Description
These White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burgers are a delicious and nutritious twist on the classic chicken burger. Made with ground chicken, fresh spinach, and sharp white cheddar cheese, they provide a flavorful and satisfying meal. Perfectly pan-fried for a juicy, tender texture, these burgers are great for a quick weeknight dinner or casual weekend cookout.
Ingredients
Scale
Burger Mixture
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for cooking
Assembly
- 4 burger buns
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato slices, or extra cheese
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, finely chopped spinach, shredded white cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about the size of your buns, ensuring they are firm but not overly compressed.
- Cook Patties: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Place the patties in the skillet, cooking for 5 to 6 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) to ensure they are fully cooked.
- Rest Patties: Remove the cooked patties from the skillet and transfer them to a plate. Let them rest for a few minutes to retain their juices and enhance flavor.
- Assemble Burgers: Place each patty on a burger bun and add your desired optional toppings such as lettuce, tomato slices, or additional cheese. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful homemade chicken burgers!
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and buns.
- These burgers can be grilled instead of pan-fried for a smoky flavor.
- Leftover patties can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Using a meat thermometer ensures patties are safely cooked.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
