Description
These juicy Chicken & Broccoli Burgers are packed with tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and fresh herbs — a wholesome, flavor-loaded twist on your classic burger. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep!
Ingredients
- Ground Chicken: 1 pound
- Broccoli (finely chopped): 1 cup
- Garlic (minced): 2 cloves
- Green Onions (sliced): 2
- Parsley (chopped): 2 tablespoons
- Breadcrumbs: 1/2 cup
- Egg: 1
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Paprika: 1/2 teaspoon
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons (for cooking)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and let it warm.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix ground chicken, chopped broccoli, garlic, green onions, parsley, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Ensure the skillet is well-oiled and hot before adding patties.
- Assemble the Dish: Shape the mixture into 4–5 even patties.
- Cook to Perfection: Place patties in skillet. Cook 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and fully cooked.
- Finishing Touches: Let patties rest 2–3 minutes before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Add to buns, wraps, or salads with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Chill the patties before cooking to help them hold their shape.
- Use a food processor for finely chopping broccoli.
- To freeze, separate patties with parchment and store in a zip bag for up to 3 months.
- Serve with garlic aioli or herbed yogurt sauce for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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