Description
Sizzling cheddar chicken burgers promise a flavor explosion that elevates classic sandwich traditions. Juicy seasoned patties nestled between toasted brioche buns deliver mouthwatering comfort with crisp textures you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground chicken
Binding and Cheese Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Serving Components:
- 4 burger buns
- Fresh lettuce
- Tomato slices
- Pickles (optional)
- Ketchup (optional)
- Mustard (optional)
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, amalgamate ground chicken with breadcrumbs, shredded cheddar, whisked egg, creamy mayonnaise, aromatic garlic powder, pungent onion powder, seasoned salt, and freshly cracked pepper. Gently fold ingredients until harmoniously blended.
- Carefully segment the amalgamated mixture into four uniform portions, molding each into a precise circular patty with gentle, even pressure.
- Warm a skillet over medium heat, introducing a tablespoon of olive oil. Carefully nestle chicken patties into the heated surface, allowing them to sizzle and transform for approximately 5-6 minutes per side until achieving a rich golden hue and reaching a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- During the final minute of cooking, crown each patty with a generous slice of cheddar cheese. Swiftly cover the skillet, creating a steamy environment that encourages luxurious cheese melting.
- Simultaneously prepare buns by lightly toasting them in the same skillet or on a separate grill surface until achieving a delicate golden-brown crispness.
- Construct the burger by positioning the molten cheese-topped patty onto the toasted bun foundation. Embellish with crisp lettuce, vibrant tomato slices, and personalized condiment selections.
Notes
- Ensure ground chicken is cold when mixing to help bind ingredients and maintain a juicy texture.
- Use fresh breadcrumbs for better moisture and lighter burger consistency.
- Add extra flavor by incorporating finely chopped herbs like parsley or chives into the chicken mixture.
- For gluten-free option, replace breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free panko crumbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg