Description
These White Cheddar and Spinach Chicken Burgers are flavorful, juicy, and packed with nutritious spinach and melty white cheddar cheese. They make a satisfying and delicious meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or casual weekend cookout.
Ingredients
Scale
Burger Patties
- 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
For Serving
- 4 burger buns
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato slices, or extra cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, finely chopped fresh spinach, shredded white cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, finely 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 chicken mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a burger patty, making sure they are uniform in thickness for even cooking.
- Cook the patties: Heat a skillet over medium heat and drizzle with olive oil. Place the patties in the skillet and cook for about 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) to ensure they are fully cooked through.
- Rest the patties: Transfer the cooked patties to a plate and let them rest for a few minutes. This helps retain the juices and flavor inside the burgers.
- Assemble and serve: Place each patty on a burger bun and add your choice of optional toppings like lettuce, tomato slices, or extra cheese. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious chicken burgers!
Notes
- Make sure not to overmix the chicken mixture to keep the burgers tender.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness to prevent undercooked chicken.
- Feel free to substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Adding Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce adds depth of flavor but can be adjusted to taste.
- These burgers can be cooked on a grill if preferred, adjusting cook time accordingly.
