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Thinly sliced chicken mortadella, beef bresaola, and grilled chicken sausage on a wooden platter, garnished with herbs and lemon wedges

Chicken Mortadella Recipe | Best Homemade & Easy

Chicken Mortadella is a flavorful Italian-style deli meat made from spiced ground chicken. It’s steamed to perfection, sliced thin, and perfect for sandwiches, antipasto platters, or a protein-packed snack. Quick to prepare and deliciously versatile.
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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g ground chicken
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 tsp pistachios optional
  • Silicone mold or casings for shaping

Method
 

  1. Mix ground chicken with spices, salt, sugar, and optional pistachios.
  2. Fill casings or silicone molds, press firmly.
  3. Refrigerate 1–2 hours to firm.
  4. Boil gently or steam for 30 minutes until cooked.
  5. Slice thinly for sandwiches or platters.

Notes

  • Made with ground chicken, spices, and optional pistachios.
  • Chilled in molds or casings, then steamed until firm.
  • Sliced thinly for sandwiches, charcuterie boards, or appetizers.
  • Prep + cooking time: 45 minutes.
  • Servings: 6.
  • Medium difficulty, protein-rich, low carb.