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White Cheddar and Spinach Chicken Burgers

Juicy, flavorful chicken burgers packed with fresh spinach and melting pockets of sharp white cheddar cheese. A healthy and delicious twist on burger night.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Burgers
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Burger Mixture
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 2 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 oz sharp white cheddar cheese cut into small cubes
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt or to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
Assembly
  • 4 brioche buns toasted
  • 1 mayonnaise or aioli optional
  • 1 cup lettuce or greens optional

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Grill
  • Mixing bowls
  • Chef's Knife
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped spinach and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, cooled spinach mixture, cubed white cheddar, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Gently mix with hands until just combined. Do not overmix to avoid toughness.
  4. Form mixture into 4 equal patties. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb.
  5. Heat a skillet or grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the surface.
  6. Cook burgers for 5-6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and cheese is melted.
  7. Toast the brioche buns lightly while burgers rest.
  8. Assemble burgers on buns with desired toppings and serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure the spinach mixture is fully cooled before adding to the raw chicken to ensure proper food safety and texture.