Craving a guilt-free burger that's bursting with flavor? Get ready to sink your teeth into these Avocado Chicken Burgers – a healthy and undeniably delicious twist on a classic favorite.
Juicy chicken meets creamy avocado in this easy-to-make recipe; prepare to be amazed!
Ingredients
Let's gather our ingredients to make the best avocado chicken burger you will ever taste! I'm using 500g of ground chicken—that's about 1.2 lbs. Don't forget a cup of panko breadcrumbs, one egg, and 3/4 cup of finely grated parmesan!
We will also need about a cup of green onion (finely sliced), two minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 tsp each of dried sage, salt, and pepper. For the burgers, grab two tablespoons of olive oil, four soft burger buns (or brioche…fancy!), and a big ol' avocado.
Oh, and 60g of rocket/arugula or lettuce—because greens are great! The best part about making your own burgers is you can add whatever toppings you like. I like to add two sliced tomatoes and four slices of Swiss cheese. Plus, you know, mayonnaise, relish, ketchup, or tomato sauce—whatever makes you happy!
Instructions
First, I'll share how to prepare the patties. I mix all the patty ingredients in a bowl–ground chicken, panko, egg, parmesan, green onion, garlic, sage, salt, and pepper– really well with my hands. Chicken patties, just like a classic Italian dish, benefit from simple steps and readily available ingredients.
Next, I form four patties about 1.5cm thick, slightly larger than the buns because they shrink a bit. Sticky chicken? Wet or oil your hands – works like a charm!
Now, I heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. I cook the patties for two minutes until golden brown, then flip 'em. After a minute, I add cheese and cover to melt. Once melted, I remove those cheesy patties!
Finally, it's time to assemble. I toast the buns, mash avocado on the base–sprinkle with salt and pepper. I add the chicken patty, rocket, and tomato, then smear the top bun with your choice of condiment! Devour!
Nutritional Facts
Now, let's talk about the nutritional facts! I'm not a nutritionist, but I can break down what's in this burger! One serving packs around 737 calories—that's about 37% of your daily intake.
Carbohydrates? You're looking at 45 grams, or 15%. Protein is a big win, with 46 grams—that's 92%! We've got 43 grams of fat (66%) and 14 grams of saturated fat (88%).
Cholesterol clocks in at 186 mg (62%), and sodium's a hefty 1093 mg (48%)—maybe go easy on the salt next time? Potassium's at 1337 mg (38%), and you will get 7 grams of fiber (29%) and 7 grams of sugar (8%).
Vitamins? You will get 1729 IU of Vitamin A (35%) and 24 mg of Vitamin C (29%). You get 601 mg of calcium (60%) and 5 mg of iron (28%). Not bad, right?
Short Recipe Version
Avocado Chicken Burger Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 4
Ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs ground chicken
- 1 avocado, mashed
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 burger buns
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato, sprouts
Instructions:
- Combine ground chicken, mashed avocado, breadcrumbs, red onion, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Mix well and form into 4 patties.
- Cook patties on a grill or in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Serve on burger buns with desired toppings.
Nutrition Information (per serving, estimated):
- Calories: 400
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 20g