For a delicious and wholesome burger option, these White Cheddar and Spinach Chicken Burgers deliver on both flavor and nutrition. Packed with lean ground chicken, melted white cheddar, and fresh spinach, these burgers are juicy, satisfying, and easy to make at home.
Ingredients:
For the Chicken Patties:
- 1 lb (450g) ground chicken
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
For Serving:
- 4 burger buns
- 4 slices white cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Lettuce, tomato, and red onion slices (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken Patties:
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, chopped spinach, shredded white cheddar, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Form into four evenly sized patties.
- Cook the Patties:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the patties for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (165°F/75°C internal temperature).
- During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of white cheddar on each patty and cover the skillet to melt the cheese.
- Assemble the Burgers:
- Toast the burger buns lightly.
- Mix mayonnaise and Dijon mustard, then spread onto the buns.
- Add the cooked chicken patties, followed by lettuce, tomato, and red onion if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
These White Cheddar and Spinach Chicken Burgers are a perfect balance of cheesy goodness and fresh flavors. Great for weeknight dinners or summer cookouts!