Description
White Cheddar and Spinach Chicken Burgers are a delectable twist on classic burgers, blending juicy ground chicken with creamy white cheddar and vibrant spinach. These flavorful patties are perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, making them a family favorite everyone will love. Enjoy them on your choice of buns or lettuce wraps for a delightful and nutritious option thatβs easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1 cup sharp white cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- Β½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for grilling)
- 6 burger buns (whole grain or sesame seed)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and chopped spinach until combined.
- Fold in grated white cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
- Shape the mixture into six equal patties.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat and brush lightly with olive oil.
- Cook patties for about 5 minutes on each side or until they reach an internal temperature of 165Β°F (75Β°C).
- Assemble on toasted buns with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approximately 153g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added moisture, consider incorporating finely chopped onions or grated zucchini into the mixture.- Swap white cheddar for feta cheese for a unique flavor variation.- Let cooked burgers rest for a few minutes before serving to retain juices.