White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burgers Recipe
These White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burgers combine lean ground chicken with fresh spinach and melted white cheddar cheese for a flavorful and healthy twist on a classic burger. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, onion, and Dijon mustard, these homemade patties are pan-seared to juicy perfection and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (non-alcoholic)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For Cooking & Serving
- Olive oil, for cooking
- Burger buns
- Optional toppings like lettuce or tomato
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the ground chicken, finely chopped spinach, shredded white cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper until just combined, being careful not to overwork the mixture.
- Form patties: Divide the mixture evenly into four portions and shape each into a burger patty about 3/4 inch thick.
- Preheat skillet and cook patties: Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the patties and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side or until an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) is reached and the burgers are golden brown.
- Rest the burgers: Remove the patties from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes to allow the juices to redistribute for optimal juiciness.
- Assemble and serve: Place the rested chicken burgers on buns and add your favorite toppings such as lettuce or tomato before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken burgers reaches 165°F (75°C) for food safety.
- Do not overmix the ingredients to keep the burgers tender.
- Breadcrumbs help bind the mixture but can be substituted with almond flour for a gluten-free option.
- Feel free to add your preferred seasoning or herbs for a customized flavor.
- Using fresh spinach instead of cooked preserves texture and nutrients in the patties.
Keywords: chicken burger, white cheddar, spinach, homemade burgers, healthy chicken patties, quick dinner, skillet cooking