Description
These White Cheddar and Spinach Chicken Burgers are a lighter, flavorful twist on traditional burgers. Juicy ground chicken is mixed with fresh spinach, sharp white cheddar, and a blend of seasonings, then cooked to perfection. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken (preferably 93% lean)
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped (about 2 packed cups before chopping)
- ½ cup shredded white cheddar cheese (preferably aged for sharper flavor)
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- ¼ cup finely chopped onion (sweet or yellow)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and black pepper, to taste (about ¾ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper)
- Olive oil, for cooking (about 2 tablespoons)
- 4 burger buns (brioche buns recommended)
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato slices, extra cheese, avocado, or a special sauce
Instructions
- Prepare Your Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, spinach, white cheddar, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands to avoid overworking the meat.
- Form Your Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties slightly larger than your buns. Press a dimple in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.
- Cook to Perfection: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Rest Briefly: Transfer the cooked patties to a plate and let them rest for 3-5 minutes to redistribute juices.
- Assemble and Serve: Toast the buns lightly, then assemble the burgers with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
Notes
Use cold hands when mixing and forming patties to prevent the fat from melting prematurely. Squeeze excess moisture from the spinach for better texture. Rest patties briefly after cooking to ensure juiciness.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (1/4th of recipe)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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