Description
These White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burgers are juicy, flavorful, and packed with nutritious spinach and savory white cheddar cheese. Perfectly pan-fried to a golden brown, these burgers are an easy and delicious twist on classic chicken burgers, complemented by optional fresh toppings and served on soft burger buns.
Ingredients
Scale
Burger Mixture
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 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
Assembly
- 4 burger buns
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato slices, or extra cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Burger Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, finely chopped spinach, shredded white cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly incorporated without overworking the meat.
- Shape the Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a round patty, ensuring they are compact but not too dense for even cooking.
- Cook the Patties: Heat a skillet over medium heat and drizzle with olive oil. Place the patties in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, flipping carefully, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) indicating they are fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Rest the Patties: Transfer the cooked patties to a plate and let them rest for a few minutes. Resting helps the juices redistribute for a moister burger.
- Assemble the Burgers: Place each patty on a burger bun and add your favorite toppings such as lettuce, tomato slices, or extra cheese if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burgers.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and buns.
- These burgers can also be grilled instead of pan-fried for a smoky flavor.
- Leftover patties can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure patties are cooked to the safe internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
