First Step: Gather and Prep Ingredients Gather all ingredients, including ground chicken, olive oil, onion, garlic, baby spinach, breadcrumbs, Greek yogurt, fresh dill, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Dice the onion finely, mince the garlic, and chop the baby spinach and fresh dill. Zest and juice half a lemon.

Second Step: Sauté Aromatics and Spinach Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until translucent and golden, about 2-3 minutes. Add chopped spinach and cook for an additional minute until wilted. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for 5 minutes to avoid cooking the chicken mixture prematurely.

Third Step: Combine Patty Ingredients In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, sautéed onion-spinach mixture, breadcrumbs, Greek yogurt, chopped dill, fresh lemon juice, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to distribute all ingredients evenly, ensuring the mixture is well combined for cohesive patties.

Fourth Step: Chill the Mixture Form the chicken mixture into a compact ball, cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight. This chilling step helps the ingredients meld together and firms the mixture, which aids in shaping and cooking the patties without falling apart.

Fifth Step: Shape the Patties After chilling, remove the mixture from the refrigerator. Using about ½ cup of the mixture per patty, form evenly sized, medium-sized patties, yielding approximately 12 whole patties. Keeping the sizes uniform helps them cook evenly.

Sixth Step: Cook the Patties Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties in batches, about 6 at a time, for 3-5 minutes on each side, turning carefully once, until they are golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). For a healthy alternative, cook patties in an air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 13-15 minutes, flipping halfway through. Grilling is another excellent option for added smoky flavor, especially if chilled before cooking.

Final Step: Serve and Enjoy Remove cooked patties from the skillet and allow them to rest for a few minutes. Serve warm, either as standalone protein or alongside Mediterranean accompaniments like tzatziki, butter lettuce, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, or warm pita bread. This meal is perfect for quick dinners or meal prep.