Description
These homemade White Cheddar and Spinach Chicken Burgers are juicy, flavorful, and packed with wholesome ingredients. Ground chicken is combined with fresh spinach and sharp white cheddar for a savory, cheesy bite in every mouthful. These burgers are perfect for a healthier take on comfort food, without sacrificing taste. Serve them on toasted buns with your favorite toppings, or wrap them in lettuce for a lighter option.
Ingredients
1 pound ground chicken
1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
4 burger buns
Optional toppings: sliced tomato, lettuce, red onion, mayonnaise, mustard
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, chopped spinach, shredded cheddar, garlic, onion, mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Form the mixture into four even patties. If the mixture is too wet, lightly chill the patties for 15 minutes before cooking.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through and golden brown on both sides. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
While the burgers cook, lightly toast the burger buns.
Assemble the burgers by placing each patty on a bun and adding your favorite toppings.
Serve hot with fries, a salad, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
For extra moisture, you can add a tablespoon of plain Greek yogurt to the burger mix. Feel free to swap white cheddar for another melty cheese like mozzarella or Monterey Jack. These burgers can also be grilled outdoors or baked in the oven at 400°F for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through. Leftovers store well and make great wraps or lunchbox additions the next day.