White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burgers Recipe
These White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burgers are a flavorful and nutritious twist on the classic chicken burger. Packed with fresh spinach, sharp white cheddar cheese, and seasoned with garlic, these patties are juicy, cheesy, and perfect for a quick and wholesome meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken Burger Mixture
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, ground
- 2 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1 cup white cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and finely chop the fresh spinach. Grate the white cheddar cheese for even distribution throughout the patties.
- Combine Mixture: In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the ground chicken, chopped spinach, grated white cheddar, minced garlic, panko breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined to keep the patties tender.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into six equal-sized patties, each about three-quarters of an inch thick, ensuring they are uniform for even cooking.
- Cook Patties: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken patties for approximately six minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown crust and the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the burgers to rest for a few minutes after cooking to retain juices. Serve them on buns with your favorite toppings such as lettuce, tomato, and condiments of choice.
Notes
- Make sure to check the internal temperature of the burgers with a meat thermometer to ensure they are fully cooked and safe to eat.
- For added flavor, consider mixing in your favorite herbs like parsley or basil.
- You can substitute white cheddar with other firm cheeses like mozzarella or Monterey Jack.
- To keep the patties from drying out, avoid over-mixing the meat mixture.
- These burgers can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before cooking.
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