Description
These White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burgers are a flavorful and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers, made with ground chicken, fresh spinach, and sharp white cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- ½ cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ 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
- 4 burger buns
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato slices, or extra cheese
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, spinach, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until evenly combined.
- Divide the mixture into 4 portions and shape them into patties.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat, drizzle with olive oil, and cook the patties for 5-6 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Transfer the cooked patties to a plate and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Place the patties on buns with your favorite toppings. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and buns or lettuce wraps for a gluten-free option.
- Add smoked paprika or cayenne for a spicy twist.
- Try pepper jack cheese instead of white cheddar for a different flavor.
- Mix in fresh herbs like parsley or basil for added freshness.
- Leftover patties can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen uncooked for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
