Teriyaki Chicken Burgers
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 burgers
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Calories
314 kcal
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Course
Lunch
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Cuisine
Asian, International
Teriyaki Chicken Burgers
Description
The burgers are made by gently mixing ground chicken with egg, breadcrumbs, scallions, garlic, ginger, and soy sauce to keep them tender. After shaping into patties, both the burgers and accompanying pineapple rings and bell pepper slices are grilled until caramelized and cooked through.
The homemade teriyaki sauce features soy sauce, pineapple juice, rice vinegar, honey, fresh ginger and garlic, thickened with arrowroot starch to a glossy finish. This is brushed over the cooked burgers for a sticky, flavorful glaze. Buns are toasted lightly with olive oil to add texture and warmth.
Assembled with lettuce, grilled vegetables, and pineapple, these burgers deliver a combination of juicy meat, sweet glaze, and fresh crunch. They can be served for casual meals or barbecues.
For options, ground turkey can substitute chicken, and gluten-free ingredients can accommodate dietary needs. Burgers can also be air fried for convenience. Leftovers keep refrigerated up to 4 days and reheat well in microwave or air fryer.
Ingredients
Burgers:
- 1 lb ground chicken preferably 94% lean
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup breadcrumbs gluten-free if needed
- ⅓ cup scallions thinly sliced
- 2 large garlic minced, cloves
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated fresh
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce low-sodium
- 4-8 lices pineapple fresh or canned
- 1 medium red bell pepper de-seeded and cut into rings
- 4 bread buns of your choice
- lettuce leaves
Pineapple Teriyaki Sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce or tamari if gluten-free, low-sodium
- ¼ cup pineapple juice or orange juice
- 2 tablespoon water cold
- 2 teaspoon arrowroot starch or cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 - 2 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- ¾ - 1 teaspoon ginger grated fresh
- 1 garlic minced, clove
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, gently combine the ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, scallions, garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. Be careful not to over-mix, or the burgers will get tough.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties about ¾-inch thick.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and coat with non-stick spray. Grill the pineapple rings and red bell pepper slices for 2-3 minutes per side, until tender and lightly caramelized.
- Grill the burger patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, until fully cooked.
- Meanwhile, make the teriyaki sauce: In a saucepan, combine all sauce ingredients (without heat). Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce to medium-low and simmer for 4-5 minutes, whisking frequently until thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Drizzle olive oil on the buns and toast them cut-side down on the grill or in a pan until golden, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Coat each cooked burger with the teriyaki sauce, adding as much as you like.
- Assemble the burgers: Place the sauced patty on the toasted buns, top with grilled pineapple, red bell pepper, and lettuce. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use freshly grated ginger and minced garlic for best flavor in the burgers and sauce.
- Pre-made store-bought teriyaki sauce can replace homemade sauce for convenience.
- To air fry, cook patties at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, to reach 165°F internally.
- Ground turkey is an acceptable substitute; choose 94% lean for best texture.
- Make gluten-free by using gluten-free breadcrumbs, tamari soy sauce, and gluten-free buns.
- Store leftover burgers in airtight containers without buns for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
- Reheat burgers using microwave or air fryer before assembling.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4burgers
Amount Per Serving
Calories 314 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 314kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 144mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 942mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 894mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 1.15IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 81mg | 90% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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