Description
Succulent ground chicken burgers dance with zesty garlic mayo, creating a mouthwatering symphony of flavors. Crisp edges, tender centers, and creamy sauce make these burgers a quick weeknight dinner sensation you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Ingredients:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground chicken
- 1 egg
Binding and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Garlic Mayo Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Serving Ingredients:
- 4 hamburger buns
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Red onion slices
Instructions
- Craft a flavorful blend by thoroughly combining ground chicken with breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce in a spacious mixing bowl until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gently form the seasoned mixture into 4 uniform patties, ensuring they are compact and well-shaped to prevent crumbling during cooking.
- Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, carefully placing patties and cooking for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F, ensuring complete and safe cooking.
- Simultaneously prepare the zesty garlic mayo by whisking mayonnaise with minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper until smooth and well-integrated.
- Optional: Lightly toast hamburger buns to enhance their texture and provide a crisp foundation for the burger.
- Assemble the burgers by generously spreading garlic mayo on each bun, layering with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, sharp red onion, and the perfectly cooked chicken patties.
- Serve immediately while warm, presenting a delectable and satisfying meal that combines robust flavors and fresh ingredients.
Notes
- Prevent dryness by avoiding overmixing the ground chicken, which can make the patties tough and compact.
- Add extra moisture with grated zucchini or finely chopped mushrooms to enhance juiciness and nutritional value.
- Ensure food safety by using a meat thermometer to confirm chicken reaches 165°F internally, preventing potential foodborne illnesses.
- Create gluten-free versions by substituting breadcrumbs with almond flour or crushed gluten-free crackers for binding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 504 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 630 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg