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These ground chicken burgers are a great alternative to regular burgers. They’re made with a delicious blend of mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, and dijon mustard to keep the ground chicken moist.
This is a great recipe for when you want something different from traditional hamburgers or teriyaki burgers but still want an easy meal that everyone enjoys.
Add your favorite toppings, melt a slice of Pepper Jack cheese over the chicken burger patties, and you’ve got a dinner that’s simple enough for a weeknight but also special enough for a get-together.
If you’re looking for more easy beef recipes, be sure to try these Burger Bowls, Sloppy Joe Sliders, and One Pot Chili Mac and Cheese.
Why You’ll Love This Chicken Burger Recipe
- Quick and easy: Ready in about 25 minutes.
- Moist and flavorful: You’ll get a perfectly delicious homemade chicken burger thanks to a few simple ingredients.
- Crispy outside: A coating of Panko breadcrumbs creates a lightly crisp exterior.
Ingredients
Find the full list of ingredients, amounts, and instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Ground chicken – Lean ground chicken makes a lighter burger that’s still hearty and satisfying.
- Panko breadcrumbs – Mixed into the patties and coated on the outside for extra texture. Use store-bought or homemade bread crumbs.
- Mayonnaise – Helps keep the burgers moist and tender.
- Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce – Add savory flavor with just a little tang.
- Pepper Jack cheese – Melts beautifully over the hot burgers with a little kick.
How to Make Chicken Burgers
Here are the step-by-step instructions for making these Chicken Burgers. See the recipe card below for complete instructions.
Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, mayonnaise, ½ cup of the Panko breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Step 2: Mix just until everything is evenly combined.
Step 3: Divide the ground chicken mixture into four equal portions and shape them into balls. Place them on a plate or baking sheet.
Step 4: Spread the remaining ½ cup of Panko breadcrumbs onto a plate. Flatten each portion into a burger patty, then coat both sides with the breadcrumbs.
Step 5: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat or just slightly below medium. Carefully place the chicken patties in the hot skillet and cook for 6–7 minutes on the first side.
Step 6: Flip the burgers and cook for 2 minutes. Cover the skillet with a lid and continue cooking for another 3–5 minutes, or until the burgers reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
Step 7: Place a slice of Pepper Jack cheese on each burger and let it melt.
Step 8: Remove chicken burgers from the pan.
Serve the burgers on Hawaiian buns or hamburger buns with mayonnaise and your favorite toppings such as lettuce, tomato, and onion.
Tips for Success
- Mix gently to keep the burgers tender.
- Cook over medium heat so the outside becomes golden without burning before the center is fully cooked.
- Use a meat thermometer to make sure the burgers reach 165°F.
- Let the cheese melt on the hot patties just before serving.
What to Serve with Chicken Burgers
These burgers pair well with:
- Sweet potato fries
- French fries
- Potato salad
- Coleslaw
- Pasta salad
- Fresh fruit
- Homemade pickles
How to Store
- Store leftover cooked chicken burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat gently in a skillet, the oven, or the microwave until heated through.
- Cooked patties can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Frequently Asked Questions
Because the mixture is fairly soft, these burgers hold together best in a skillet. If grilling, use a well-oiled grill grate or a grill-safe pan.
Yes. Panko gives the burgers a crispier coating, but regular breadcrumbs can be substituted.
Absolutely. Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Swiss, or provolone all work well.
The safest way is to check with an instant-read thermometer. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
Yes. Shape the patties, cover them tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before cooking.
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Chicken Burgers
Equipment
- Large Skillet with lid
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground chicken
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise, plus more for topping
- 1 cup plain Panko breadcrumbs, divided
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 slices Pepperjack cheese
- Favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, onions
- 4 Hawaiian hamburger buns, or regular buns
Instructions
- Add the ground chicken, mayonnaise, ½ cup breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper to a large mixing bowl and mix until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Form the chicken mixture into four equal-sized balls and place them on a plate or baking sheet.
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of breadcrumbs onto a plate. Flatten each chicken ball into a patty shape and coat both sides of the patty in the breadcrumbs.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet on the stovetop with the burner set to medium or just below medium heat.
- Lay the prepared patties carefully in the preheated skillet/oil and cook on one side for 6-7 minutes.
- Flip the patties and cook for 2 minutes, cover the skillet with a lid, and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes. Ensure the patties reach an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Lay the Pepperjack cheese slices on the hot burgers until they melt.
- Layer the patties on the buns with desired toppings and mayonnaise.
Notes
- Mix gently to keep the burgers tender.
- Cook over medium heat so the outside becomes golden without burning before the center is fully cooked.
- Use a meat thermometer to make sure the burgers reach 165°F.
- Let the cheese melt on the hot patties just before serving.
- Store leftover cooked chicken burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat gently in a skillet, the oven, or the microwave until heated through.
- Cooked patties can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
