Craving a chicken burger that's bursting with flavor and far surpasses any fast-food version?
Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure where we unlock the secrets to crafting the perfect homemade chicken burger, from the enticing seasoning to the perfectly cooked patty.
Ingredients You'll Need
Okay, let's gather what you'll need for these awesome chicken burgers! For the seasoning, you're gonna want 1/3 cup of flour – any white one's fine. Plus, 1 tsp of salt, ½ tsp each of black pepper, garlic and onion powder, ¾ tsp paprika, and 1 tsp thyme — makes it taste like restaurant-quality, trust me!
Now, for the actual burgers, grab 2 tbsp of olive oil, 2 sliced onions (any kind!), and 400-500g of chicken breast — that's about 2 pieces, sliced in half. Using quality chicken breast, similar to using quality ground beef for burgers, plays a big part in the whole cooking process. Don't forget 4-8 slices of your fave cheese! Then, get 4 soft rolls, an avocado, lettuce, and 2 tomatoes.
For the garlic mayo, ½ cup of mayo and 1 minced garlic clove – simple and delish! And hey — fries and potato wedges on the side are always a win!
Getting Started
First things first, let's get this garlic mayo prepped—I find that letting it sit for about 20 minutes really lets the flavors meld together! It's super simple: ½ cup of mayo and one minced garlic clove, stir and done!
Next, let's mix up that seasoning. In a flat dish, I mix 1/3 cup flour, 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp pepper, ¾ tsp paprika, 1 tsp thyme, plus ½ tsp each of garlic and onion powder. For a zestier kick you could even add red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix. This blend is pretty great!
Then, prep the chicken. If your chicken breasts are thick, I recommend pounding them until they're about 1 cm thick, or about 2/5". Seriously, don't skip this part!
Slice those onions, too! Halve the large onions and chop up into slices. I consider this part optional, because not everyone loves onions, of course. Now it's time to cook!
Burger Assembly
Now, let's get assembling! This is where the magic really happens! I promise!
First up, smear the base of your roll with creamy avocado. Don't be shy! Sprinkle a tiny bit of salt and pepper on the avocado—trust me on this one. It makes all the difference. Next, carefully place that golden, cheesy chicken right on top.
Now, pile on the caramelized onions. Doesn't that smell incredible? Add a few leaves of crisp lettuce, and a juicy slice of tomato.
Almost there! Smear the lid of the roll generously with the garlic mayo. Don't skimp, it makes the burger divine! Carefully place the lid on top. And finally, take a bite. You did it! Didn't I tell you it would be good?
Short Recipe Version
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs Ground Chicken
- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 Egg
- 1/4 cup Onion, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 tsp Paprika
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 4 Burger Buns
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 clove Garlic, minced (for mayo)
- Lettuce, Tomato, and other toppings to taste
Instructions:
- In a bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and form into 4 patties.
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and minced garlic.
- Grill or pan-fry patties over medium heat for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Toast burger buns lightly.
- Spread garlic mayo on buns.
- Assemble burgers with lettuce, tomato, and cooked patties.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving – Estimated):
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 20g