Description
These White Cheddar & Spinach Chicken Burgers offer a juicy, flavorful, and nutritious alternative to traditional beef burgers. Combining tender ground chicken with sharp white cheddar and fresh spinach, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of creamy cheese, vibrant greens, and savory protein for a wholesome and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup finely chopped fresh spinach (washed and optionally sautéed)
- 1 cup white cheddar cheese, grated or finely diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
- 4 burger buns
Optional Extras
- Mustard
- Mayonnaise
- Pickles
Instructions
- Prepare the spinach: Wash fresh spinach thoroughly and finely chop it. For a softer texture, briefly sauté the spinach in a pan until wilted, then let it cool before adding to the mixture.
- Combine the ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the ground chicken with the chopped spinach, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Grate or dice the white cheddar cheese and gently fold it into the mixture to distribute evenly.
- Form the patties: Shape the mixture into evenly sized patties, about 1/2 inch thick, to ensure they cook consistently. Avoid overpacking to keep them tender.
- Cook the burgers: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption and to keep the burgers juicy.
- Toast the buns and assemble: Lightly toast your buns for added texture. Serve each patty on a bun with your favorite toppings and condiments such as mustard, mayo, or pickles.
Notes
- Don’t overwork the meat to keep the burgers juicy and tender instead of dense.
- Chop cheese finely to ensure even melting and prevent large pockets of cheese escaping during cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to double-check the patty is perfectly cooked and safe to eat without drying out.
- Let patties rest on a plate for a couple of minutes before serving to retain juices.
- Experiment with greens like baby kale or Swiss chard as a substitute for spinach for a flavor twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (without bun)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: White cheddar chicken burger, spinach chicken burger, healthy chicken burgers, low-fat burgers, homemade chicken patties