Description
White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burgers offer a healthier alternative to traditional beef burgers without sacrificing flavor. These juicy patties combine lean ground chicken with fresh spinach and sharp white cheddar for a perfect balance of taste and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for cooking
- 4 burger buns
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato slices, or extra cheese
Burger Mixture
Assembly
Instructions
- Mix – In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, spinach, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until evenly combined.
- Form Patties – Divide the mixture into 4 portions and shape them into patties.
- Cook – Heat a skillet over medium heat, drizzle with olive oil, and cook the patties for 5-6 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Rest – Transfer cooked patties to a plate and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Serve – Assemble the burgers by placing the patties on buns with your favorite toppings. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Can use gluten-free breadcrumbs and buns for a gluten-free option
- Can be grilled instead of pan-fried
- Leftover patties keep 3 days in the fridge or 3 months frozen
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Pan-fry or grill
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burgers, chicken burgers, healthy burgers, spinach burgers, white cheddar burgers
