Description
This Delicious Teriyaki Chicken Burger recipe combines juicy ground chicken patties seasoned with savory teriyaki sauce, garlic, and green onion, topped with melted cheese and caramelized pineapple rings. Served on toasted buns with fresh lettuce and a hint of spicy mayo, this Asian-inspired burger offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors that makes for a memorable and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Patties
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons green onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce (plus more for brushing)
Burger Assembly
- 4 burger buns
- 4 pineapple rings (fresh or canned)
- 4 slices Swiss or provolone cheese
- lettuce leaves
- sliced red onion
- mayonnaise or spicy mayo for serving
- oil for grilling
Instructions
- Prepare the Patty Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, egg, finely chopped green onion, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce. Mix gently until just combined to keep the patties tender. Avoid overworking the mixture.
- Shape Patties: Divide the chicken mixture evenly into 4 portions and form each into a round patty about 3/4 inch thick.
- Preheat Grill or Skillet: Heat a grill or skillet over medium heat and brush lightly with oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Patties: Place the patties on the grill or skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip and cook another 5 to 6 minutes until fully cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Brush with Teriyaki Sauce and Add Cheese: In the last minute of cooking, brush each patty with additional teriyaki sauce for extra flavor. Immediately top with a slice of Swiss or provolone cheese and allow it to melt.
- Grill Pineapple Rings: While the patties cook, grill the pineapple rings for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until caramelized and slightly charred.
- Toast Buns: Optionally, toast the burger buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster for added texture and warmth.
- Assemble the Burgers: Spread mayonnaise or spicy mayo on the bottom bun, place a lettuce leaf, then the teriyaki chicken patty with melted cheese, followed by a grilled pineapple ring and sliced red onion. Top with the other bun.
- Serve Warm: Serve the assembled burgers immediately while warm for the best taste experience.
Notes
- For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before forming and cooking.
- You can use a bottled thick teriyaki glaze instead of regular teriyaki sauce for brushing to intensify flavor and caramelization.
- These burgers pair wonderfully with sweet potato fries or a refreshing sesame slaw for a complete meal.
- To make a dairy-free version, omit the cheese or use a plant-based cheese alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
