How to Mince Chicken in a Food Processor

Want to know how to mince chicken at home in easy, quick steps? This homemade ground chicken is made without a meat grinder and it's simple to make. Let me show you how to mince chicken using a food processor, or blender.

What is Chicken Mince (Ground Chicken)

Chicken mince or minced chicken is also known as ground chicken. It is finely chopped cut of chicken that is a leaner alternative to beef mince. Skinless boneless chicken thighs or breasts or a mix of both are commonly used to make it.

It is usually commercially done in a meat grinder but can be made at home in a food processor, blender, meat grinder, or by hand. It can be either white meat or dark meat depending on the chicken parts used.

Why mince chicken at home

Knowing how to mince chicken at home will save you time and money as it's cheaper than buying in-store and you can quickly make it in the comfort of your home.

It is easy to grind chicken and you know what's in your mince.

It's convenient as you can bring some chicken breast or thighs out of the fridge or freezer and make minced chicken than having to travel to the store to get it.

You use whatever boneless chicken part you like to make it. You can mix chicken breasts and boneless chicken thighs which makes it more juicy and tasty than using chicken breasts only.

By making your chicken mince at home, you're sure of the quality and freshness.

Ingredients

You only need just chicken to make it. However, you can add seasoning to it when mincing. I personally prefer to mince it plain.

Chicken - chicken breasts or boneless chicken thighs

Salt (Optional)

Pepper (Optional)

How to Mince Chicken

Choose the cut you want to mince, rinse and pat dry.

Using a sharp knife or kitchen scissors, cut the chicken into 1-2 inch cubes.

Arrange the cut chicken on a plate or tray and put it in the freezer to chill for 20 minutes.

Bring out the chicken when it's firm but not frozen, then put some of it in the food processor.

Process for 1-2 minutes or till chicken is grounded or minced to your desired texture.

Transfer the mince into a clean bowl or grease proof paper.

Repeat above steps till all chicken used up.

Use it immediately or store it in the freezer till ready to use.

Mince it in a Blender

Can you mince meat in a blender? Yes, you can. Follow the steps detailed below:

Choose the chicken cut, rinse and pat dry.

Using a sharp knife or kitchen scissors, cut the chicken into 1-2 inch cubes.

Arrange the cubed chicken on a plate or tray and put it in the freezer to chill for 20-30 minutes.

Bring out the chicken when it's firm but not frozen, then put few of it in a blender.

Blend for 1-2 minutes or till chicken is grounded to how you want it.

Transfer it into a clean bowl or grease proof paper.

Repeat above steps till all chicken used up.

How to use

There are loads of recipes that call for minced chicken and I will be sharing them with you in due course. Some of the recipes you can use it for include:

Chicken meatballs

Burgers

Chicken Sausage rolls

Meatloaf

Chicken pie

Mince sauce

How to Store

Put in an airtight container or ziploc bag (You can also wrap in a grease proof paper before putting in the ziploc) and store it in the fridge for up to 4 days.

To store in the freezer: If not using within 4 days, store it in the freezer where it will last for up to 6 months. When ready to use, bring out of the freezer and put in the fridge overnight to thaw or put on the countertop to defrost then cook as normal.

Tips

• Wash kitchen scissors, knives, chopping boards, or any tools used immediately after use to avoid harmful bacteria spreading and causing food poisoning.

• Don't cut too big so it's easy to mince in the food processor or blender.

• When you put it in the freezer, remember it's to firm it up but not freeze.

• If using a blender, make sure it's a powerful one so it doesn't damage your blender.

• It can be used for stews, sauce, soups, burgers, meatballs and more.

More Easy Chicken Recipes

Simple chicken seasoning

Spicy chicken wings

Spicy chicken drumsticks

Teriyaki chicken thighs

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How To Mince Chicken (Ground Chicken)

Want to know how to mince chicken at home in easy, quick steps? This homemade ground chicken is made without a meat grinder and it's simple to make. Let me show you how to ground chicken using a food processor, or blender.

Prep Time 10 mins

mince time 10 mins

Total Time 20 mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American, British, Indian, Mediterranean

Servings 1

Calories 516 kcal

• Food Processor or Blender

• Knife or Kitchen scissors

• Spoon

• Tray

• 500 g Chicken
• Salt Optional
• Pepper Optional

• Choose the cut you want to mince, rinse and pat dry.

• Using a sharp knife or kitchen scissors, cut the chicken into 1-2 inch cubes.

  Arrange the cut chicken on a plate or tray and put it in the freezer to chill for 20 minutes.

• Bring out the chicken when it's firm but not frozen, then put some of it in the food processor. Process for 1-2 minutes or till chicken is grounded or minced to your desired texture.

• Transfer the mince into a clean bowl or grease proof paper.

  Repeat above steps till all chicken used up.

• Use it immediately or store it in the freezer till ready to use.

Tips

• Wash kitchen scissors, knives, chopping boards, or any tools used immediately after use to avoid harmful bacteria spreading and causing food poisoning.
• Don't cut too big so it's easy to mince in the food processor or blender.
• When you put it in the freezer, remember it's to firm it up but not freeze.
• If using a blender, make sure it's a powerful one so it doesn't damage your blender.
• It can be used for stews, sauce, soups, burgers, meatballs, and more.

Calories: 516 kcal Protein: 45 g Fat: 36 g Saturated Fat: 10 g Trans Fat: 1 g Cholesterol: 180 mg Sodium: 168 mg Potassium: 454 mg Vitamin A: 336 IU Vitamin C: 4 mg Calcium: 26 mg Iron: 2 mg

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