Description
Savor the irresistible taste of White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burgers. Packed with juicy chicken, vibrant spinach, and creamy cheese, these burgers are perfect for quick, delicious meals. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, they offer a healthy alternative for anyone craving a homemade dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup fresh spinach (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Olive oil (for cooking)
- 4 burger buns
- Optional toppings (lettuce, tomato slices, extra cheese)
Instructions
- Mix the ground chicken, spinach, cheddar, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a bowl until combined.
- Divide into four equal portions and shape into patties about 3/4 inch thick.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Cook the patties for 5-6 minutes on one side until golden brown.
- Flip the patties and cook for another 5-6 minutes or until they reach 165°F (75°C).
- Let the burgers rest for 3-4 minutes, then assemble on buns with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Avoid overmixing the chicken mixture for tender burgers.
If using frozen spinach, ensure it is fully thawed and drained.
Experiment with different cheeses for varied flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg