Ingredients:
For Chicken Patties:
- 1 pound (450g) ground chicken
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
For Assembling the Burger:
- 4 burger buns
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Onion slices
- Pickles
- Cheese slices (optional)
- Mayonnaise
- Ketchup
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Divide the chicken mixture into four equal portions. Shape each portion into a patty that matches the size of your burger buns.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken patties to the pan.
- Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are cooked through and golden brown on the outside.
- While the patties are cooking, you can lightly toast the burger buns if desired.
- Assemble the burger: Spread mayonnaise and ketchup on the bottom half of each burger bun. Place a cooked chicken patty on top of the sauce.
- Add cheese slices on top of the patty if you want a cheesy chicken burger.
- Layer the lettuce leaves, tomato slices, onion slices, and pickles on top of the patty.
- Cover with the top half of the burger bun.
The Benefits of Chicken Patties
Chicken patties offer several advantages over traditional beef patties. Chicken is a leaner meat, lower in saturated fat and calories. It’s an excellent source of protein, vitamins, and minerals, making it a nutritious choice for health-conscious individuals. Moreover, chicken has a milder taste, allowing you to experiment with various seasonings and sauces to create exciting flavor combinations.
Your homemade chicken patty burger is now ready to enjoy! Serve it with some fries or a side salad for a complete meal. Feel free to customize the toppings and sauces according to your preference.
