Stuffed Chicken Parmesan Burgers
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Stuffed Chicken Parmesan Burgers
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These stuffed chicken parmesan burgers are juicy, cheesy, and surprisingly healthy! They’re filled with gooey mozzarella, topped with marinara, and finished with parmesan and fresh arugula. You can air fry, grill, or pan-sear them for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken 93% lean is best
- 1 large egg
- 1 small yellow onion shredded on box grater
- 2 tablespoon fresh basil roughly chopped
- 3 large garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup fresh parmesan grated
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs gluten-free or regular
- 3 ounces whole milk mozzarella cut into 4 equal-sized circular pieces
- 2 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 ½ cups marinara sauce I love Rao’s
- 1 cup fresh arugula
- 1 large lemon
- 4 Buns brioche, whole-wheat, regular, or gluten-free
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Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, egg, onion, garlic, basil, oregano, salt, pepper, parmesan, and panko breadcrumbs. Gently combine with hands.
- Divide the mixture into 4 portions. Flatten each portion, place a piece of mozzarella in the middle, and fold the chicken over, ensuring the cheese is completely covered. Patties should be about 1 inch thick with no cheese showing.
- Stove: Heat a large pan with 2 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add burgers, cook for 5 minutes, flip, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Grill: If using an outdoor grill, preheat to medium (350-375°F), lightly grease the grill with oil, and cook burgers for 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F, add the stuffed burger patties to the basket (NO OVERLAPPING), and air fry for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- In a small saucepan, heat marinara sauce over medium-low on the stovetop. Or use the microwave in 30-second intervals until warm.
- Toss the arugula with a drizzle of olive oil, a squeeze of lemon, and a crack of salt & pepper.
- Serve burgers on toasted buns topped with arugula, marinara sauce, fresh basil, and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese. Enjoy!
Notes
- Gentle Stuffing: When forming the patties, create a slight well in the center for the cheese. Add the cheese and carefully seal the edges, ensuring no cheese peeks out. This helps prevent leakage during cooking for a perfectly stuffed and gooey center. Always go for less cheese rather than more.
- Checking if Burgers are Done: Because measuring the internal temperature is challenging with cheese in the middle, a visual check is crucial. Make a small cut in one of the burgers to ensure there’s no pink, and that the cheese inside is fully melted. This method guarantees both safety and optimal texture for the stuffed chicken burgers.
- Ground Chicken: You can use ground turkey instead. Opt for 94% lean ground turkey.
- Mozzarella Cheese: Experiment with different cheeses for stuffing, such as provolone, Swiss, or cheddar.
- Fresh Basil: Feel free to use dried basil instead of fresh.
- Garlic: Use pre-minced garlic, frozen garlic, or 1 teaspoon of garlic powder instead.
- Storing: To store stuffed chicken parmesan burgers, use an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep buns and arugula separate during storage.
- Freezing: For longer storage, individually wrap the burgers in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: When reheating, employ a microwave for convenience or bake in a 350°F (175°C) oven until warmed through. Assemble by toasting the buns, adding the heated burger, and topping with red sauce and arugula.
- The nutritional information below doesn't include the buns.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
327kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
14g
(5%)
Protein
32g
(64%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Cholesterol
165mg
(55%)
Sodium
1367mg
(57%)
Potassium
1014mg
(29%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
846IU
(17%)
Vitamin C
24mg
(27%)
Calcium
249mg
(25%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 327 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 327kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 165mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 1367mg | 57% |
| Potassium | 1014mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 846IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 24mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 249mg | 25% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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