Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of a Smash Chicken Burger, a mouthwatering recipe that features juicy ground chicken patties topped with melted cheese and crispy turkey bacon. This burger is perfect for any occasion, from casual family dinners to weekend gatherings. With a quick preparation time and bold seasoning, these burgers promise to be a hit at your table. Customize with your favorite toppings like spicy mayo or fresh veggies for an extra burst of flavor. It’s a healthier alternative to traditional beef burgers without compromising on taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup red bell pepper (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons green onion (diced)
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 strips turkey bacon (cooked)
- 2 buns (toasted)
- Mayo and sriracha for assembly
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, red bell pepper, green onion, smoked paprika, cajun seasoning, sea salt, black pepper, and garlic. Mix until just combined and form into four equal balls.
- Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the chicken balls in the skillet and smash them down gently with a spatula. Cook for 4–5 minutes.
- Flip the patties and add cheddar cheese on top. Cover the skillet and cook for another 3–4 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Assemble your burgers by spreading mayo and sriracha on toasted buns. Stack two patties on each bun, add turkey bacon pieces and sliced red onion. Top with the second bun.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (190g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg