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Home » 30 Minute Meals » The Best Chicken Burgers

The Best Chicken Burgers

Created: July 31, 2021 Updated: July 31, 2021 by Lyuba Brooke 6 Comments

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This recipe for the BEST Chicken Burgers cannot be beat! Juicy, flavorful chicken patties are absolutely delicious and you can use them in so many different dishes. I paired these delicious chicken burger a few simple veggies, delicate brioche buns, and addictive creamy sauce. You can grill them for more smoky flavor or easily prepare them in the pan – I have easy to follow instructions for both!

The Best Chicken Burgers

To be honest, I can never decide which I like better – chicken burgers or Classic Beef Burgers. Oh… but I can’t forget Salmon Burgers and Turkey Burgers, too! There are so many delicious ways to grill up protein, it can be hard to choose which recipe to go with. Luckily, we still have plenty of summer left to try everything, so keep that grill hot and fired up!

And if you don’t have a grill ready to make burgers in your backyard, don’t worry. These delicious chicken patties can also be cooked to perfection on a stovetop, too. They’re deliciously flexible when it comes to cooking methods.

They’re also very flexible when it comes time to enjoy them as well! You can enjoy these patties in a burger as they’re intended to be eaten, but there are also plenty of other options.

Ingredients for Chicken Patties

  • Ground Chicken – You can tell if ground chicken has gone bad by its appearance. If the chicken appears dull in color or slimy in texture, do not use it for these burgers!
  • Egg – For best results, use a free range organic egg.
  • Bread Crumbs – Traditional bread crumbs are best to use in this recipe, but panko can be substituted in a pinch.
  • Garlic – A touch of garlic in these patties gives them more depth in their flavor. Be sure to finely mince the garlic so there aren’t any large chunks.
  • Yellow Onion – Yellow onions tend to be sweeter than red or white ones, making them perfect for these chicken patties.
  • Dijon Mustard – This ingredient provides both sweetness and tanginess to the burgers that’s truly mouthwatering.
  • Mayonnaise – You can use a full fat or low fat mayonnaise. Either one will work!
  • Parsley – Use finely minced fresh parsley, not dried parsley for the best flavor.
  • Salt – Just a dash of coarse sea salt is needed to help enhance the other ingredients.
  • Black Pepper – Use freshly ground black pepper for the most noticeable flavor.

For Creamy Sauce:

  • Mayonnaise – Make sure the mayonnaise you’re using doesn’t have any other added flavors like olive oil.
  • Dijon Mustard – This sweet and tangy complex condiment cannot be substituted with yellow mustard.
  • Honey – For a honey flavor that really has depth, use a dark organic honey, not the light yellow honey that comes in the plastic bear!
  • Lemon Juice – Freshly squeezed lemon juice will yield much fresher results than the bottled juice that’s full of preservatives and artificial flavors.
  • Salt and Pepper

How to Make the Best Chicken Burgers

To prepare the patties prior to cooking, simply combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl. Then, shape the patties on a prepared surface.

If you’re cooking the patties on a stovetop, start by heating a pan over medium heat with a little olive oil. Cook the patties for approximately 6-8 minutes per side.

cooked chicken patties in a speckled cooking pan

If you’re cooking the patties on a stovetop, start by heating a pan over medium heat with a little olive oil. Cook the patties for approximately 6-8 minutes per side.

To make the delicious sauce, simply combine all of the ingredients together thoroughly in a mixing bowl until smooth.

Generously spread the sauce on the bottom brioche bun and finish the chicken burgers off with your favorite toppings.

How to Grill Chicken Patties:

Prepare the patties on the grill requires a bit more effort, but yields delicious results! To start, grease the grill basket.

Spray the patties with cooking oil on both sides. Then, place the patties in the grill basket and put the basket on the grill. Close the lid and cook the patties for approximately 5-6 minutes on each side.

How To Serve Chicken Patties:

Sandwiches and burgers are out go-to way to serve these juicy chicken patties. Although, it’s also perfect as a protein for dinner, along with your favorite sides. Try it with mashed potatoes and vegetables for dinner!

If you’re on a low carb diet and can’t dig into a brioche bun, wrap them in lettuce wraps or low carb tortillas! Serve them with a side salad too.

If you’re not afraid of carbs but you’re not necessarily craving a burger, you can also place a cooked chicken patty in a pita with some cucumbers, lettuce, and tzatziki sauce. We love versatile protein options, and these mouthwatering chicken patties couldn’t be more ready to go in a variety of different dinners!

What toppings should I use on my chicken burger?

There are so many delicious options out there! Here are just a few toppings I’ve experimented with and thoroughly enjoyed:

  • Lettuce
  • Red Onions
  • Tomatoes
  • Pickles
  • Cheese (Just pick a slice of your favorite! These chicken burgers are versatile and taste good with pretty much any cheese).
  • Avocado Slices

Storing and Reheating

Store the cooked chicken patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator. You can reheat individual portions in a microwave, just until heated through. You can also use the stove to reheat several at the same time. Reheat them over medium heat until just heated through for best results.

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Cheddar Ranch Chicken Burgers – juicy chicken burgers made with ground chicken and flavored with Ranch seasoning mix and cheddar cheese right in the burger

Stuffed Taco Burgers – these burgers are not just stuffed with cheese, they are also packed with taco spices, served with creamy chili sauce and crispy taco tortilla strips

Irish Beer Burgers – delicious, juicy beer burgers made with Guinness caramelized onions, Swiss cheese, and crispy bacon, all on a potato roll

Spicy Chipotle Chicken Burger – juicy, spicy, flavorful chicken burgers made with chipotle peppers in adobe sauce inside and served with melted cheese, lettuce, and chipotle mayo.

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The Best Chicken Burgers

The BEST Chicken Burgers recipe with juicy, flavorful chicken patties, brioche buns, your favorite toppings, and addictive creamy sauce.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 510kcal
Author: Lyuba Brooke

Ingredients

Burgers:

  • 2 lbs ground chicken
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 or 3/4 cup bread crumbs
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 cup minced yellow onion
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp minced parsley
  • 1 tsp coarse sea salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • salt
  • black pepper

Possible Toppings:

  • Brioche buns
  • lettuce
  • red onion
  • tomatoes
  • pickles
  • cheese
  • avocado
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Instructions

Chicken Burgers:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix it all together until thoroughly combined.
  • Cover a baking sheet or a large cutting board with parchment paper and shape the chicken patties.

Cooking chicken patties on stove top:

  • Preheat a large cooking pan over medium heat and add oil. Cook chicken patties for 6-8 minutes on each side, depending on the size and thickness. 

Cooking chicken patties on the grill:

  • For any burgers other than beef, I prefer to use a grill basket, grill wok (with holes), or another grill topper for holding the patties. Make sure to grease a grill basket first, before adding the patties onto it.
  • Make sure to also spray the chicken burger patties with some cooking oil on booth sides.
  • Prepare the grill to have two temperature zones and make sure to clean the grill grate. (Even though you will be cooking mostly over the hot zone, you may need to move the burgers over to the cooler side if they start to burn before being cooked through.)
  • Place the grill basket with patties onto the grill, close the lid and cook for 5-6 minutes. Carefully flip each patty over and add cook another 5-6 minutes. (Exact cooking time will depend on the size of the patties.)

Sauce:

  • For the sauce, combine all the ingredients in a small bowl and whisk until smooth and completely combined.
  • Build the chicken burgers with the topping you love!

Nutrition

Calories: 510kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 167mg | Sodium: 889mg | Potassium: 900mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 174IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 3mg
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ABOUT LYUBA

I’m Lyuba Brooke, mother of 2, the cook, recipe developer, photographer, and author behind willcookforsmiles.com. I share many classic and original recipes, cooking tips, and tutorials. My passion is sharing delicious meals for everyone to try. Read more...

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All images and text ©Lyubov Brooke for ©Will Cook For Smiles. Please do not use my images without prior permission. If using my posts in collections and features, please link back to this post for the recipe. Disclaimer: Nutrition information shown is not guaranteed to be 100% accurate as most ingredients and brands have variations.

Comments

  1. Jane says

    March 21, 2023 at 10:47 pm

    5 stars
    These were incredible! Thank you for sharing the recipe!

    Reply
  2. Michael says

    March 6, 2023 at 6:52 pm

    5 stars
    I know you said that you’re a Mother of 2, but are you married/single? Lol, just curious.

    Reply
    • LyubaB says

      March 7, 2023 at 9:42 am

      Hi Michael,

      Yes, I am happily married! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Tom Leach says

    December 22, 2022 at 6:19 am

    Tried these last night for the first time making my own burgers, slight modification to your recipe over here in the UK, but a total success, although I’ve always been taught that a recipe is only a loose guide line and not a rule 😁
    I will be trying more of your recipes in the New Year 👏👏👏

    Reply
  4. Penny Albritton says

    December 9, 2022 at 12:54 am

    it looks Super delicious

    Reply
  5. Cheryl Donnelly says

    October 30, 2021 at 8:14 pm

    I

    I live in an apt. and no grill available. Is it possible to cook it stove top?

    Reply

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