Description
Chicken burgers are made from minced chicken, combined with herbs, spices, and sometimes breadcrumbs or eggs to bind them together. They are formed into patties and then grilled, pan-fried, or baked until cooked through. These burgers are a leaner alternative to traditional beef burgers and can be customized with various toppings.
Ingredients
- 500g minced chicken
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
- 1 tablespoon fresh coriander, chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 egg
- 50g breadcrumbs
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
- 4 burger buns
- Lettuce, tomato slices, and your favorite burger toppings
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the minced chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, coriander (if using), cumin, paprika, egg, and breadcrumbs. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Use your hands or a spoon to mix everything together until well combined.
Divide the chicken mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty. Make sure the patties are of even thickness to ensure they cook evenly. If the mixture is too sticky, wet your hands slightly to help form the patties.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. You can also grill the burgers on a barbecue or cook them in the oven at 200°C (400°F) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Add the patties to the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 75°C (165°F) to ensure the chicken is fully cooked.
While the burgers are cooking, lightly toast the burger buns in the pan or on the grill for a minute or two until golden.
Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a chicken patty. Add your favorite toppings, such as tomato slices, avocado, cheese, or pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.
Serve the chicken burgers immediately with a side of fries, salad, or your favorite dipping sauce.