This Chicken Burger Patty recipe is juicy, flavorful, and easy to make. These delicious chicken burger patties are a tasty, less greasy, and lighter alternative to traditional beef burgers. These chicken burger patties are made with red bell pepper, garlic, shallots, parsley and spices. This recipe is the ultimate chicken burger experience!
Chicken burger patties are savory, satisfying, and just overall awesome. When it comes to comfort foods, it doesn’t get any better than this. Yes beef is amazing; however, you haven’t lived until you’ve tried a perfectly seasoned chicken burger, baby! If you’re tired of the same old beef burger patties, then you must try this chicken burger. While it won’t transport you into the cosmos, it will still blow your mind. Not to mention the lean protein that you’d get from each bite 😉
This chicken burger patty recipe will be your next delicious grilling hit! They are also perfect for all occasions, but best during spring and summer at outdoor gathering and events. I love serving chicken burger patties with other recipes, such as Strawberry Lemonade, Peach Iced Tea, and Potato Salad. I also love adding fresh Pico de gallo and Guacamole to these burgers, Yum!
CHICKEN BURGER PATTY INGREDIENTS
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- Ground chicken – I use 1 1/2 pounds of ground chicken
- Breadcrumbs – Japanese bread crumbs give these burgers a superb crunch, but regular breadcrumbs also work really well.
- Garlic – about 1 clove of garlic, or add in a little more if you want here.
- Red bell pepper – Only a little for a hint of sweetness
- Parsley – Add a hint of freshness to the chicken patties.
- Shallots – I use shallots in this recipe, but any onion will work here including chives, white or red onion.
HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN BURGER PATTIES
Making these chicken burgers are as simple as mixing the patty ingredients to cooking and assembling. Follow the steps below to make this recipe
Combine the patty ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix all of the patty ingredients together to thoroughly combine, then season with salt and pepper.
Form the patties: Divide the meat mixture into five patties. Place the patties on a lined sheet-pan, or a plate and slightly press your thumb down in the middle of the patties. This will help the patties cook evenly and help them avoid shrinking. Place the formed patties in the refrigerator for 1 to 3 hours.
Cook the patties: Preheat a grill or a non-stick skillet over medium heat, and add oil to coat the bottom of the pan or the gill. Add the patties and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side. The chicken burgers are done once they reach an internal temperature of 165°F when inserted with an instant read thermometer.
THE TOPPINGS
As with any recipe, toppings. You want to make sure that your “mess is in place.” Chicken burgers are no exception here. To make sure that your burger is hot, buns are toasted, and toppings are cold and crispy. Prep the topping, then cook your patties (keeping warm), then finally toast and butter up those buns! Below are a few delicious ideas to build a chicken burger fit for a king!
- Tomato Bacon Jam
- Sliced Cheese – Sliced cheddar, Monterrey Jack, Swiss, or provolone cheese.
- Sliced Tomatoes
- Onions – grilled or sliced
- Pickles
- Pico de gallo – one of my favorite toppings!
Arrange in patterns or sprinkle them all over the cake. I like using the decorating ideas above because they not only make the cake look very attractive, but they also hide small mistakes!
PRO TIPS FOR MAKING THIS RECIPE
- Don’t over mix. Avoid over mixing the patties by only mixing the ingredients until combined. Over mixing could led to tough and chewy burger results.
- Allow the burger mixture to marinade. If you want to ramp up the flavor on these burgers, then marinating the meat is key. Marinating the burger patties will intensify the flavor, making them taste even better! To marinate the burgers, place the burger mixture in the refrigerator to marinate for 30 minutes up to 24 hours.
- Add the spice. If you are looking to make a spicier version of these chicken patties, add a little minced jalapeño or Serrano pepper to the patties.
- Grill. Nothing beats the flavor of meat cooked on an outdoor grill. While these burgers can be made inside or in the oven, outdoor grills provide beautiful grill marks and the wonderful grilled taste that you get at gourmet burger spots.
HOW TO STORE CHICKEN BURGERS
To store leftover cooked chicken burgers, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or place in an air-tight container, and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
CAN YOU MAKE CHICKEN BURGERS AHEAD?
Chicken burgers are indeed make-a-head. To make this recipe ahead, follow the steps to make the patties. After the patties have been mixed and formed, line on a sheet-pan or large platter and place them in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours.
Freezing: If you plan on cooking these burgers much later, you can also freeze the patties until you are ready to cook them. To freeze the burger patties, place them in an air-tight storage container and freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to cook them, remove them from the freezer and let thaw completely in the refrigerator.
CAN I MAKE THIS ON THE STOVETOP?
Yes, these chicken patties can be made on a stove or on an outdoor grill. I prefer using a large cast iron skillet when making burgers via stovetop due to it’s ability to conduct heat and perfectly sear these burgers.
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hourDelicious Chicken Burger Patties made with red bell pepper, garlic, shallots, parsley, and spices for the ultimate burger experience.
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Ingredients
1 1/2 lb ground chicken
1 tsp (about 1 clove) garlic, minced
1/4 cup red bell pepper, minced
2 Tbsp parsley, chopped
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1 Tbsp shallots, minced
3 tsp olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
- CHICKEN BURGER TOPPINGS
4 burger buns
1 large greenhouse tomato, sliced
5 lettuce leaves
1/2 onion, sliced into rings
Directions
- Prepare a sheet pan by lining it with parchment or foil paper and set it aside. You can also use a large platter. In a medium bowl, add the ground chicken, parsley, minced shallots, garlic, olive oil, red bell pepper, onion powder, and bread crumbs. Season with salt and pepper, then mix the ingredients together to combine.
- Divide the meat mixture into five patties. Place the patties on a lined sheet-pan, or a plate and slightly press your thumb down in the middle of the patties. This will help the patties cook evenly and help them avoid shrinking. Place the formed patties in the refrigerator for 1 to 3 hours.
- Preheat a grill or a non-stick skillet over medium heat. To prevent sticking, add oil to coat the bottom of the pan or the gill.
- Once the grill or pan is preheated, add the patties and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side. The chicken burgers are done once they reach an internal temperature of 165°F when inserted with an instant read thermometer. Once the burgers are done, remove from the heat and serve.
Notes
- Avoid over mixing the patties by only mixing the ingredients until combined. Over mixing could led to tough and chewy burger results.
- If you want to ramp up the flavor on these burgers, then marinating the meat is key. To marinate the burgers, place the burger mixture in the refrigerator to marinate for 30 minutes up to 24 hours.
- Make ’em spicy! If you are looking to make a spicier version of these chicken patties, add a little minced jalapeno or serrano pepper to the patties.
- Ground chicken must be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F
- Storing Instructions: To store leftover cooked chicken burgers, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or place in an air-tight container, and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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