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Chicken Burgers

Easy, delicious chicken burgers are going to wow your whole family! No one will be missing the beef!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Chilling Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Kristin Maxwell

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Ground chicken I like to use lean ground chicken, not 100% ground chicken breast.
  • ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Grated sweet onion
  • 2 Garlic cloves minced
  • 1 Large egg
  • ½ teaspoon Liquid smoke optional
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper
  • Neutral oil for frying

For Serving:

  • Buns
  • Lettuce
  • Tomato
  • Onion
  • Pickles
  • Your favorite condiments

Instructions

  • In a large bowl gently mix together all ingredients until well combined. Place in the fridge for at least 10 minutes to firm up the meat and allow the panko to absorb some of the moisture.
  • Remove from the fridge, divide mixture into 4 equal portions and form into patties, and then place in the freezer for 20 minutes. The patties will be very delicate.
  • Heat a grill pan or cast iron skillet over medium high heat.
  • Remove the patties from the freezer.
  • Once the pan is hot add the oil and then place the patties in the pan, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
  • Turn the heat down to medium and grill until the patties are cooked through and a thermometer registers 165℉, about 4-6 minutes per side, flipping halfway through.
  • Remove to a platter.
  • Serve with buns, lettuce, tomato, onion and your favorite condiments.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat individual patties in the microwave or air fryer at 400℉ until heated through. Patties can be cooled, wrapped individually and placed in a ziplock freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
You could substitute a few shakes of Worcestershire sauce in place of the Liquid Smoke.
How can I keep my chicken burgers from being dry?
  • Using the lean ground chicken mix and not the 100% ground chicken breast.
  • This recipe uses mayonnaise in the burgers to help keep them super moist.
  • Make sure to not overcook the patties. Cook just until an instant read thermometer reaches 165℉.
The chicken mixture is a bit looser than a normal beef burger would be. This is why resting the mixture before making patties to allow time for the panko to soak up moisture and lightly freezing the patties to firm them up before cooking is important to creating juicy, chicken burgers that stay together.
Because the patties are so delicate before cooking, it’s important to handle them gently, using your hands is best. You can handle the patties with disposable gloves if you would rather not touch them with bare hands.

Nutrition

Calories: 383kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 141mg | Sodium: 766mg | Potassium: 639mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 66IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 2mg

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