Description
Juicy white cheddar and spinach chicken burgers elevate weeknight dinner with gourmet flair. Packed with fresh ingredients and bold flavors, these burgers deliver a delightful twist you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground chicken
- 1 egg
Cheese and Vegetables:
- ½ cup (50 g) shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (30 g) fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Binding and Seasoning:
- ¼ cup (30 g) breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
Optional Toppings:
- Burger buns or lettuce wraps
- Sliced white cheddar
- Avocado slices
- Tomato slices
- Red onion
- Spinach or lettuce
Instructions
- Gently amalgamate ground chicken with vibrant spinach leaves, crumbled white cheddar, breadcrumbs, whisked egg, minced garlic, zesty Dijon mustard, aromatic onion powder, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper in a spacious mixing vessel. Fold ingredients with a delicate touch to maintain the protein’s tender texture.
- Partition the seasoned mixture into four symmetrical portions, carefully sculpting each into uniform circular patties approximately half an inch thick. Moisten fingertips slightly if the mixture proves adhesive during shaping.
- Warm olive oil in a expansive skillet over moderate heat. Carefully position chicken patties into the pan, allowing each side to caramelize to a rich golden hue. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, ensuring internal temperature reaches a safe 165F (74C). Alternatively, utilize a preheated grill for similar cooking technique.
- Enhance burger buns with a quick toasting for added crispness. Layer cooked patty onto bottom bun, then embellish with additional white cheddar shavings, creamy avocado slices, juicy tomato rounds, and fresh spinach leaves.
- Present the burgers immediately, accompanied by crispy sweet potato fries, verdant garden salad, or roasted seasonal vegetables for a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Moisturizing Trick: Grate frozen spinach and squeeze out excess water to prevent soggy burger patties while maintaining maximum moisture and flavor.
- Cheese Integration Method: Freeze shredded white cheddar briefly before mixing to help cheese distribute evenly throughout the chicken mixture without clumping.
- Binding Alternative: Replace egg with Greek yogurt or mashed avocado for gluten-free and dairy-sensitive diets, ensuring patties hold together perfectly.
- Temperature Precision: Use a meat thermometer to guarantee food safety and prevent overcooking, which can make chicken burgers dry and tough.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg