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Ground Chicken Burgers

These homemade chicken patties are super flavorful, moist and meaty. You can pan-fry the chicken burgers in a non-stick skillet or make grilled chicken burgers using a charcoal or gas grill. These burgers are healthier than ground beef but just as delicious.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 30382 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup grated zucchini grated on the large holes of a box grater
  • ½ cup minced onion
  • ¼ cup fresh breadcrumbs
  • 1½ tablespoons milk
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon creole seasoning or basic bbq rub, or other all purpose seasoning,
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt (unless your seasoning mix has salt in it)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
TO SERVE WITH CHICKEN BURGERS:
  • hamburger or hearty sandwich buns we like brioche
  • cheddar, monterey jack, swiss or other cheese slices
  • mayonnaise
  • mustard
  • ketchup
  • pickled onions
  • Quick Pickled Cucumbers
  • Sliced avocado
  • sliced tomato
  • lettuce leaves

Instructions

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  1. Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a small skillet and add the zucchini, onion and s pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and translucent. Set aside to cool.
  2. In a small prep bowl combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Set aside for the bread to absorb the milk.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, creole seasoning (or other seasoning mix), soaked breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, black pepper and salt (if using). Stir to combine.
  4. Add the ground chicken and cooled vegetables and stir until the mixture is evenly combined.
  5. Divide the chicken burger mixture into four equal parts and shape into about ½" thick patties. Transfer the ground chicken patties to a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate until the patties have firmed up, about 30 minutes to an hou.r (You can also make the chicken burgers to this point and keep them covered and refrigerated for up to two days until ready to cook).
TO PAN FRY:
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  1. Heat a grill pan, cast iron pan or nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add 1-2 teaspoons of olive oil and swirl around the pan to coat.
  2. Gently place the chicken burgers into the pan and cook for about 10-12 minutes, flipping the burgers halfway through cooking. The internal temperature should reach 165° F.
  3. Frying the burgers in oil will give them a darker crust than grilling. Both ways are good, though.
TO GRILL THE BURGERS:
  1. Preheat the grill to 450° - 500° F. Use a perforated nonstick grill mat on top of the grates - (the ground chicken mixture is soft and needs a little extra support to prevent it from falling apart on a standard grill grate).
  2. Place the burgers on the grill mat and close the lid. Cook for 5-6 minutes, then use a grill spatula to carefully flip the burgers (place your hand over the top of the patty for a little extra security when flipping).
  3. Cook for 5-6 minutes or until the burger reaches 165°F in the center. (Check with a meat thermometer).
DRESSING THE BURGERS:
  1. If adding cheese to the burger, after you've flipped the patty and the burger has about 1-2 more minutes to cook, place a slice of cheese over each patty until it starts to melt.
  2. Serve the chicken burgers on a hamburger bun with your favorite accompaniments (see recommendations above in the ingredient list).

Nutrition Information

Calories 303.82kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 12.55g (4%) Protein 22.12g (44%) Fat 18.74g (29%) Saturated Fat 4.15g (21%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5.45g Monounsaturated Fat 7.99g Trans Fat 0.08g Cholesterol 101.14mg (34%) Sodium 473.79mg (20%) Potassium 834.23mg (24%) Fiber 1.55g (6%) Sugar 4.21g (8%) Vitamin A 455.02IU (9%) Vitamin C 13.85mg (15%) Calcium 54.64mg (5%) Iron 1.71mg (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 30382

% Daily Value*

Calories 303.82kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 12.55g 4%
Protein 22.12g 44%
Fat 18.74g 29%
Saturated Fat 4.15g 21%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.45g 32%
Monounsaturated Fat 7.99g 40%
Trans Fat 0.08g 4%
Cholesterol 101.14mg 34%
Sodium 473.79mg 20%
Potassium 834.23mg 18%
Fiber 1.55g 6%
Sugar 4.21g 8%
Vitamin A 455.02IU 9%
Vitamin C 13.85mg 15%
Calcium 54.64mg 5%
Iron 1.71mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.