Description
These Greek Chicken Burgers are a flavorful and healthy twist on the classic burger, featuring ground chicken mixed with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and aromatic herbs like dill and oregano. Cooked on the stovetop until golden brown, they make a delicious and nutritious meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or casual lunch.
Ingredients
Chicken Burger Patties
- 1 pound ground chicken
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1 cup loosely packed baby spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
To Serve
- Butter lettuce leaves
- Tzatziki sauce
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Sliced onion
- Sliced tomato
- Sliced avocado
Instructions
- Make the burger patties: In a medium bowl, combine the ground chicken, diced red onion, minced garlic, finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped baby spinach, chopped fresh dill, dried oregano, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Use your hands to thoroughly mix all ingredients to ensure even distribution. Then divide the mixture evenly into four portions and shape each into a large patty.
- Cook the patties: Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the patties and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until they develop a golden brown crust and are cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Alternatively, you can cook the patties on a preheated grill for similar timing and doneness.
- Assemble the chicken burgers: You can enjoy these flavorful patties as is or assemble them into burgers by placing each patty on a crisp butter lettuce leaf and topping with tzatziki sauce, crumbled feta cheese, sliced onion, sliced tomato, and sliced avocado for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Ground chicken can be swapped with ground turkey if preferred.
- Ensure patties are cooked thoroughly for food safety; use a meat thermometer to check.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the mixture.
- Sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil can be used to enhance flavor; just drain them before chopping.
- These burgers are naturally gluten free when served with lettuce instead of buns.
