Description
White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burgers. They are not just any ordinary burgers; they are a delicious blend of juicy chicken, creamy white cheddar, and vibrant spinach, all packed into a tender patty that sings with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) ground chicken
- 1 cup (30 g) fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup (50 g) shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup (30 g) breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare the spinach by washing and finely chopping it.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped spinach, shredded white cheddar, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Shape the mixture into four equal patties.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
Notes
- Let the patties rest for a few minutes after cooking to retain juices.
- Adjust cooking time for larger or thicker patties.
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Experiment with different cooking methods like baking or grilling.
- Prepare patties in advance and store in the fridge or freezer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying or Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g