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Juicy chicken burgers
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Juicy Chicken Burgers

Juicy Chicken Burgers are a healthy and delicious weeknight meal that come together in under 30 minutes. Say goodbye to dry and flavorless chicken!
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Makes: 4 burgers

Ingredients

Chicken Burgers

  • 1 lb ground chicken, dark meat if possible
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1/4 yellow onion, grated
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)
  • kosher salt
  • freshly cracked pepper
  • 1/2 yellow onion, cut into rings
  • 4 slices swiss or cheddar cheese
  • 4 brioche burger buns

Toppings

  • butter leaf lettuce
  • sliced tomato
  • mayonnaise
  • mustard
  • ketchup
  • sliced avocado

Instructions

  • Mix the burgers. Combine the ground chicken, onion, mayo, dijon, Worcestershire, liquid smoke, garlic powder, and salt and pepper together in a mixing bowl. Mix gently by hand until just combined and all the ingredients are evenly mixed.
  • Shape the patties. Divide the mixture into 4 and shape into patties with a depression in the middle. Place the shaped burgers on a plate or small baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Transfer the burgers to the freezer for 15-20 minutes, until firmed up.
  • Cook the burgers. Heat a grill pan or cast iron skillet over medium heat. Let the pan preheat for about 5 minutes. Add a bit of neutral oil. Once the oil is hot, cook the burgers for about 5 minutes per side, until browned. Add the cheese after flipping the burgers so that it has time to melt. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the burgers are cooked to 165 F.
  • Grill the onions. Remove the burgers from the skillet or grill pan and use the same pan to cook the onions for 4-5 minutes per side, until soft and browned. Season the onions with salt and pepper.
  • Build the burgers. Toast the buns and top with the juicy chicken burgers and grilled onions and any other desired toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 386kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 29gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 402mgPotassium: 720mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 148IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 230mgIron: 3mg