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My Ground Chicken Burgers Are So Good!
Chicken burgers are my go-to when I’m craving a burger but want to keep things a little lighter. I keep mine juicy and flavorful with just a little mayo in the ground chicken mixture and add minced onions, parsley, and garlic. I find these chicken burgers to be just as good without the heaviness.
Ground Chicken Burger Ingredients
- Ground Chicken: Lean and light ground chicken breast is available at most grocery stores. If you can’t find it, you can always make your own by pulsing chicken breasts in a food processor (that’s actually how I make my grilled chicken burger recipe if you want exact instructions on how to do this). If you don’t have ground chicken on hand or prefer turkey, you can easily make the switch.
- Italian Breadcrumbs: These help hold the patties together and keep them from drying out. You can also substitute with plain breadcrumbs and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, or panko for a crispier texture.
- Mayonnaise: This is the secret to keeping these chicken burgers super juicy. If you aren’t a fan of mayo, you can still use Greek yogurt in your chicken burger to keep it moist.
- Minced Onions & Garlic: If you’re in a hurry, you can sub 1 teaspoon of onion powder and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, but it’s less juicy that way. The fresh ingredients add moisture, too.
- Fresh Parsley: I love something fresh and herby to cut through the richness of the chicken and mayo. You can also use basil or cilantro but parsley is more mellow.
- Paprika, salt, and pepper: Feel free to swap with other seasoning.
Toppings to Try
- Classic Chicken Burger: Stick with the basics: lettuce, sliced tomato, red onion, and a swipe of mayo or mustard. Sometimes, I’ll toast the bun for a little extra texture.
- Mediterranean-Inspired: Top with crumbled feta, sliced cucumber, and a tzatziki. Add a handful of arugula.
- BBQ Ranch: Add a slice of cheddar or pepper jack, a drizzle of BBQ sauce, and a spoonful of ranch. I usually throw on some pickled onions, too, if I have them.
- Avocado & Jalapeño: Top with mashed avocado or a few slices, pickled jalapeños, and a squeeze of lime. It’s got a little heat and a lot of flavor.
- Caprese Style: Fresh mozzarella, tomato slices, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. A few fresh basil leaves make it feel super fresh.
- Buffalo Chicken Style: Toss the cooked patty in a little buffalo sauce, then top with blue cheese crumbles or ranch dressing and some thinly sliced celery for crunch.
How to Make Chicken Burgers
Recipe Video Tutorial
I recently updated my chicken burger recipe with new photos, but it’s still the same delicious recipe with the original video to show how I make them!
Recipe Tips
- Press down in the middle of each patty with your thumb. This will help the burgers to cook evenly through and avoid shrinking.
- Use your hands to mix the the patties. It’s a little messier but the ingredients will combine much easier this way. You can wear tight fitting plastic cloves to keep your hands clean.
- Don’t over mix the chicken burger mixture. Everything should be just combined. If you over mix, the burgers can become tough and chewy.
- Once on the grill, don’t flatten the burger with a spatula. When you do this the meat will lose some of its juices. Just flip them, don’t be tempted to press them down.
Serving Ideas
More Burger Recipes:
- Grilled Chicken Burger With Yogurt
- Beef Hamburgers
- Black Bean Burgers
- Lamb Burger
- Vegan Quinoa Burger
- Easy Salmon Burger
- Avocado Burger
- Lentil Burgers
- Chickpea Burger
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This Ground Chicken Burger recipe was originally published on June 28, 2020 and has recently been updated with new photography, step-by-step images, recipe tips and ingredient substitutions to help make the recipe.
Ground Chicken Burger Recipe
These Ground Chicken Burgers are made with a mixture of spices, fresh onion, and garlic, with just a little mayo to help keep the moisture. Cook on the stovetop for 5-6 minutes per side, and they are ready.
Video
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons minced onions
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 1 garlic clove minced
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil for cooking
- Hamburger buns for serving
- Lettuce tomato and red onions, for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add ground chicken, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, onions, parsley, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper. Use your hands to combine all the ingredients together until well combined, but don’t over mix.
- Form into 4 patties, about ¾ inch thick. Press down in the middle of each patty with your thumb to ensure the patties don’t puff up in the middle.
- Preheat a large non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Add the oil to coat the bottom of the pan to prevent sticking.
- Once the pan is hot, add the chicken burgers. Cook for about 5-6 minutes on the first side, until the bottom is golden brown. Then, flip and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes on the other side.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the burgers reaches 165°F. If they need more time, reduce the heat slightly and continue cooking until fully done.
- Serve with your favorite toppings.
Notes
The nutrition information is for the patties only and does not include toppings or the bun.
Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last about 3 days in the fridge.
Freezing Instructions: You can also freeze patties before or after cooking for up to 3 months. To freeze, stack them between wax or parchment paper in a freezer-safe container. Alternatively, you can freeze them on a baking sheet, then place them all together in a ziplock bag. To re-heat, thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat on the stovetop or microwave.
Grilling Method:
Preheat grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
Cook the chicken burgers on the preheated grill until the internal temperature is 165°F, about 10 minutes total, flipping halfway through.
Assemble the chicken burgers with hamburger buns and toppings of choice.
Cook the chicken burgers on the preheated grill until the internal temperature is 165°F, about 10 minutes total, flipping halfway through.
Assemble the chicken burgers with hamburger buns and toppings of choice.
Nutrition
Serving: 1patty, Calories: 303kcal, Carbohydrates: 11g, Protein: 22g, Fat: 19g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g, Monounsaturated Fat: 8g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 101mg, Sodium: 605mg, Potassium: 651mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 242IU, Vitamin C: 2mg, Calcium: 40mg, Iron: 2mg
Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.
Cuisine American
Course: Main Course
These are THE BEST chicken burgers we have ever had! Delicious!!
Wow, thank you!! So glad you loved them, Jen!