Description
These White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burgers are a delicious and healthy twist on the classic chicken burger, combining lean ground chicken with fresh spinach and melted white cheddar cheese for a juicy and flavorful meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Patties
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Cooking and Serving
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
- 4 burger buns
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, finely chopped spinach, shredded white cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until all ingredients are just combined to avoid tough patties.
- Form Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a patty about 1/2 inch thick to ensure even cooking.
- Heat Oil: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, ensuring the pan is hot but not smoking before adding the patties.
- Cook Patties: Place the patties in the skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. The cheese inside should be melted, and the patties should be golden brown on the outside.
- Prepare Buns: While patties are cooking, lightly toast the burger buns in a toaster or a separate pan if desired for added texture and flavor.
- Assemble Burgers: Place each cooked chicken patty on a toasted bun. Add optional toppings such as lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise according to your preference.
- Serve: Serve the burgers immediately while hot and enjoy a nutritious and tasty meal.
Notes
- For extra flavor, mix a tablespoon of Dijon mustard into the chicken mixture before forming patties.
- These patties can also be grilled instead of pan-fried for a smoky flavor.
- If the mixture feels too wet, add an additional tablespoon of breadcrumbs to help bind the patties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger with bun
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
