Description
White Cheddar and Spinach Chicken Burgers are a delightful blend of juicy ground chicken, creamy sharp white cheddar, and fresh spinach, creating an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for summer barbecues or casual family dinners, these burgers promise to impress with their vibrant appearance and mouthwatering taste. Serve them on soft buns topped with your favorite garnishes for a satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground chicken
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 burger buns
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato, avocado
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and preheating your grill or stovetop pan to medium heat.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped spinach, shredded white cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into four patties about 1 inch thick, making an indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing while cooking.
- Cook the patties on the grill or pan for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Assemble your burgers on toasted buns with preferred toppings and serve alongside fries or a salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approximately 160g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg