Description
These Greek Chicken Burgers are a flavorful and healthy twist on a classic favorite. Ground chicken is combined with feta cheese, fresh herbs, and traditional Greek seasonings to create juicy, savory patties. Cooked to perfection on the stovetop or grill, they’re served on toasted buns with crisp vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce for an authentic Mediterranean experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
To Serve
- 4 burger buns
- Optional toppings: sliced cucumber, tomato, red onion, lettuce
- Tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, crumbled feta cheese, finely chopped red onion, fresh parsley, fresh dill, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined ensuring not to overmix to keep the patties tender.
- Form patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a round burger patty of even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Heat the pan: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat, ensuring the surface is hot enough to sear the patties.
- Cook the patties: Place the patties in the skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown crust and reach an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure they are safely cooked through.
- Toast buns: While the burgers cook, optionally toast the burger buns lightly either in a toaster or in the skillet for added texture and flavor.
- Assemble burgers: Place each cooked patty on a bun and add your choice of sliced cucumber, tomato, red onion, lettuce, and a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce to complete the burger.
Notes
- These burgers can also be grilled outdoors for a smoky flavor.
- For a low-carb option, you can serve the patties wrapped in lettuce leaves or over a Greek salad instead of buns.
- Do not overmix the meat mixture as it can lead to dense burgers.
- Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken patties reaches 165°F for food safety.
