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Ground Chicken Smash Burgers

Delicious Ground Chicken Smash Burgers for Easy Weeknight Wins

Juicy Ground Chicken Smash Burgers are a quick and easy weeknight dinner option packed with flavor and customizable toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Burger Patties
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken choose chicken with at least 15% fat for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust based on preference
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper modify for desired heat
  • 4 slices Yellow American Cheese can substitute with cheddar or Monterey Jack
For Assembly
  • 4 buns Brioche Burger Buns toast lightly to prevent sogginess
  • 1/2 cup Mayo or Light Mayo optional
  • 1 cup Shredded Iceberg Lettuce substitute arugula for a peppery twist
  • 1 cup Tomato Slices any variety works
  • 1/2 cup Pickles use dill or sweet as preferred
  • 1/4 cup Burger Sauce store-bought or homemade

Equipment

  • heavy skillet
  • spatula
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, season 1 pound of ground chicken with salt and pepper. Gently mix to distribute seasonings. Divide mixture into four loose balls.
  2. Preheat a skillet on medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. Add a splash of neutral oil if needed.
  3. Place the chicken balls in the hot pan and sear for 1-2 minutes without moving. Look for a golden-brown crust.
  4. Press each chicken ball down firmly with a spatula to form patties about 1/4 to 1/2-inch thick. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Flip the patties and place a slice of cheese on each. Cover with a lid for 30 seconds to 1 minute to melt cheese.
  6. Toast the brioche burger buns until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Spread mayo on the bottom bun, layer with lettuce, add the chicken patty with melted cheese, top with tomato, pickles, and burger sauce, and crown with the top half of the bun.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overworking the chicken to keep patties tender. Ensure the skillet is hot for crispy crust. Cover the pan when adding cheese for even melting. Toasting buns prevents sogginess.

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