Description
Juicy white cheddar and spinach chicken burgers bring Mediterranean flavors to your weeknight dinner table. Melted cheese, fresh herbs, and lean protein create a mouthwatering meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground chicken
Cheese and Vegetable:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) fresh spinach, chopped
Binding and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, gently fold together ground chicken, finely shredded white cheddar, freshly chopped spinach, aromatic garlic and onion powders, whisked egg, and crisp breadcrumbs. Delicately season with salt and freshly cracked pepper, blending ingredients until just harmonized without overworking the mixture.
- Carefully partition the blend into four symmetrical portions, molding each into uniform circular patties with gentle, even pressure.
- Warm a skillet with a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat, allowing the surface to become evenly heated and slightly shimmering.
- Nestle the chicken patties into the skillet, allowing them to sizzle and develop a golden-brown crust, cooking approximately 5-6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches a safe 165°F.
- While patties are cooking, lightly toast burger buns to enhance their texture and flavor profile.
- Transfer the perfectly cooked patties onto the toasted buns, creating an inviting canvas for additional embellishments like creamy avocado slices, ripe tomato rounds, or crisp lettuce leaves.
- Serve immediately, allowing the melted cheese and herb-infused chicken to shine in this gourmet burger experience.
Notes
- Prevent tough patties by gently mixing ingredients, using a light touch to keep the meat tender and juicy.
- Ensure food safety by checking the internal chicken temperature reaches 165°F with a meat thermometer for perfectly cooked burgers.
- For a low-carb option, wrap the burger in lettuce leaves instead of using traditional buns, creating a fresh and light alternative.
- Enhance flavor by experimenting with different cheese varieties like smoked gouda or fresh mozzarella to add unique taste dimensions to the chicken burgers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg