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White Cheddar and Spinach Chicken Burgers

Juicy, flavor-packed chicken burgers mixed with fresh spinach and chunks of sharp white cheddar, served on a toasted brioche bun.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Burger Patties
  • 1 lb ground chicken preferably dark meat blend
  • 2 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 4 oz sharp white cheddar cheese cut into small cubes
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp shallot finely minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
Assembly
  • 4 brioche buns
  • 1 tbsp butter melted, for buns
  • 4 tbsp mayonnaise or aioli optional

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Chef's knife
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Roughly chop the fresh spinach. If using large leaves, ensure stems are removed.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped spinach, cubed white cheddar, minced garlic, shallots, salt, and pepper.
  3. Gently mix with your hands until ingredients are evenly distributed. Do not overmix to avoid tough burgers.
  4. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties about 3/4 inch thick. Press a small indent in the center of each.
  5. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (or preheat grill).
  6. Cook patties for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. While burgers cook, brush cut sides of brioche buns with melted butter and toast in a separate pan until golden.
  8. Assemble burgers with toasted buns, your favorite sauce, and the cooked patties. Serve immediately.

Notes

Wet your hands with water or oil before shaping the patties to prevent the chicken from sticking to your skin.