Description
Juicy Greek chicken burgers infused with aromatic herbs, feta cheese, and served with a refreshing tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/4 cup grated onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 burger buns
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup grated cucumber
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, minced garlic, grated onion, parsley, mint, oregano, feta, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined—don’t overwork the meat!
- Shape the patties: Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties, about 3/4 inch thick. Create a slight indentation in the center of each patty; this helps them cook evenly.
- Cook with care: Heat the olive oil in a skillet or grill over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Allow a gorgeous golden crust to form for that enticing crunch.
- Prepare the tzatziki: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. This creamy dip will elevate your burger to new heights.
- Toast the buns (optional): Lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster for extra texture and warmth.
- Assemble your masterpiece: Spread a generous amount of tzatziki on the bottom bun. Layer with lettuce, the beautifully cooked chicken patty, and a slice of juicy tomato. Top with the other half of the bun, and voilà—your Greek chicken burger is ready to serve!
Notes
Make patties up to 24 hours in advance. Store refrigeration wrapped in plastic wrap. Alternatives: ground lamb or chickpeas for vegetarian.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg