Description
Greek Chicken Burgers are a flavorful and healthy twist on the classic burger, blending ground chicken with feta cheese, oregano, and red onion. Perfectly pan-seared and served on whole wheat buns with creamy tzatziki sauce, these burgers offer a delicious Mediterranean-inspired meal ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Burgers
- 1 lb (450 g) ground chicken
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 75 g)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried oregano)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (about 50 g)
- 1 teaspoon salt, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
For Serving
- 4 whole wheat buns
- Tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade), for drizzling
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, crumbled feta cheese, minced garlic, chopped oregano, finely chopped red onion, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Form Patties: Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a round patty approximately 1 inch thick, ensuring each patty is compacted well for even cooking.
- Cook Patties: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the patties in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on one side until they develop a golden brown crust. Flip the patties and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes, or until fully cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Toast Buns: While the patties are cooking or just after, toast the whole wheat buns in a separate skillet or on a grill for 2-3 minutes until they are lightly golden and slightly crispy.
- Assemble Burgers: Place each cooked patty on the bottom half of a toasted bun, drizzle generously with tzatziki sauce, then top with the other half of the bun. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh oregano when possible as it provides a more vibrant flavor.
- You can substitute the breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.
- Ensure the internal temperature of the patties reaches 165°F (75°C) to guarantee they are safely cooked.
- To make this recipe lower in fat, use lean ground chicken breast and low-fat feta cheese.
- Homemade tzatziki sauce can enhance the freshness of the burgers but store-bought is a convenient alternative.
