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Chicken Mortadella Recipe
Sally Mckenney

Chicken Mortadella Recipe

This Homemade Chicken Mortadella Recipe is a savory Italian-inspired delicacy made with chicken breast, cheese, eggs, olives, and aromatic spices. It’s steamed to perfection, then chilled for the perfect slice. Enjoy it in sandwiches, pasta salads, or on charcuterie boards!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Appetizer, Snack, Cold Cuts
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 210
Ingredients Video Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Mortadella Ingredients

  • 4 oz Chicken breast (cut into medium pieces)
  • 3 Eggs
  • 3 Cheese wedges
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
  • 1 cup Spanish green olives

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Notes

Required Kitchen Tools

When making homemade mortadella, having the right tools will save you time and make the process enjoyable. Here are the essentials I use in my kitchen:
  • Food Processor – For mincing the chicken mixture into a smooth texture.
  • Mixing Bowls – To combine and mix the ingredients thoroughly.
  • Plastic Wrap & Aluminium Foil – For shaping and sealing the chicken log before steaming.
  • Steamer or Large Pot with Rack – To steam the mortadella until fully cooked.
  • Sharp Knife – For slicing the mortadella thinly once chilled.
Having these tools ready makes the preparation seamless and stress-free.