Description
White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burgers are a wholesome and delicious meal that combines the savory flavors of ground chicken, melted white cheddar, and fresh spinach. These juicy burgers are perfectly seasoned with garlic, onion, and a hint of Dijon mustard, making them a delightful option for a healthy dinner.
Ingredients
1 pound ground chicken
1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1⁄2 teaspoon onion powder
3⁄4 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 whole grain burger buns
Optional toppings: sliced tomatoes, red onion, lettuce, or avocado
Instructions
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped spinach, garlic powder, onion powder, shredded cheddar cheese, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Using your hands will help for thorough mixing.
- Form Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal parts and shape into burger patties, making sure they are of even thickness.
- Cook the Patties: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the patties and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 73.8°C).
- Toast the Buns: While the burgers cook, toast the burger buns in a separate pan or oven until golden.
- Assemble the Burgers: Place each patty on the bottom half of a toasted bun. Add your choice of toppings such as sliced tomatoes, red onion, lettuce, or avocado, then cover with the top half of the bun.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burgers.
Notes
Leftover patties can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm them in a skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side or in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
If you prefer, use ground turkey instead of chicken for a slight variation in flavor and texture.
You can prepare the patties ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before cooking.
For a low-carb or gluten-free option, serve the burgers with lettuce wraps instead of buns.
Feel free to add finely chopped bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms to the burger mixture for added flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg