Cheesy Chicken Burger Delight (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Burger Patties
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1 pound ground chicken
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1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
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1/2 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
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1/4 cup breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup finely chopped onion
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Olive oil, for cooking
→ For Serving
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4 burger buns
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Lettuce leaves (optional)
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Tomato slices (optional)
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Extra cheese (optional)
# Instructions:
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Grab a big bowl and toss in your ground chicken, chopped spinach, white cheddar, breadcrumbs, onion, and garlic. Add the Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Get your hands in there (they're your best tools for this job!) and gently mix until everything's combined. Don't overmix or your burgers might get tough.
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Divide your chicken mixture into 4 equal portions. Form each into a patty about 1/2 inch thick, making a slight depression in the center with your thumb (this helps them cook evenly without puffing up in the middle).
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Heat up a skillet over medium heat and add a good drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, add your patties and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side. Since it's chicken, you want to make sure they're cooked through to 165°F. They should be nicely golden on the outside.
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Take your cooked patties off the heat and let them rest for a few minutes on a plate. This helps the juices redistribute so they stay nice and moist when you bite into them.
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Time for the fun part! Set out your buns and load them up. Start with a patty on the bottom bun, then pile on whatever toppings you're in the mood for - some crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, maybe an extra sprinkle of cheese if you're feeling indulgent. Top with the other half of the bun and dig in while they're still warm!
# Notes:
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These burgers are a great way to sneak some extra veggies into a meal that even picky eaters will love.
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For a gluten-free version, swap regular breadcrumbs for gluten-free ones and serve in lettuce wraps instead of buns.
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Feel free to fire up the grill instead of using a skillet - these burgers hold up really well on the barbecue too.
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Leftover patties? Store them in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze them for a quick meal later on (they'll keep for about 3 months in the freezer).