Description
White Cheddar and Spinach Chicken Burgers are a delicious and nutritious twist on traditional burgers, combining juicy ground chicken with creamy white cheddar and vibrant spinach. Perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners, these flavorful patties are sure to impress your family and friends while providing a healthier alternative to beef burgers. Serve them on toasted buns or lettuce wraps for a delightful meal that’s both satisfying and visually appealing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Finely chop the chicken or pulse in a food processor until ground.
- Sauté spinach in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat until wilted, about 3 minutes. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, sautéed spinach, garlic, white cheddar, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper; mix until well combined.
- Shape mixture into patties about 1 inch thick; place on a parchment-lined plate.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook patties for about 5 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve on toasted buns or lettuce wraps with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg