Ingredients

500g (1.2 lb) ground chicken

1 cup panko breadcrumbs

1 egg

3/4 cup finely grated parmesan

1 cup finely sliced green onion (~2 stems)

2 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 tsp dried sage

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

2 tbsp olive oil

4 soft burger buns or brioche buns

1 large avocado (or 2 medium)

60g (2 oz) rocket (arugula) or other lettuce

2 tomatoes, sliced

4 slices Swiss cheese (or other cheese)

Mayonnaise, relish, ketchup, or tomato sauce (to smear on top bun)

French fries or baked potato wedges (to serve)

Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, egg, parmesan, green onion, minced garlic, dried sage, salt, and pepper. Mix well using your hands until fully combined.

Step 2: Shape the mixture into 4 patties, about 1.5 cm (3/5 inch) thick and slightly larger than your buns since they will shrink when cooking. If the mixture feels too sticky, refrigerate it for 30 minutes or wet your hands with water or a little oil before shaping.

Step 3: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties in batches for 2 minutes on one side, until golden brown, then flip.

Step 4: After flipping, cook for 1 minute. Place a slice of cheese on each patty and cover the pan with a lid to melt the cheese. Once melted, remove the patties from the skillet.

Step 5: Lightly toast the burger buns in the oven or under the broiler.

Step 6: Cut the avocado in half and scoop out a generous amount. Smash the avocado with a fork onto the bottom half of each bun and season with salt and pepper.

Step 7: Place a chicken patty on top of the smashed avocado, then add rocket (arugula) and sliced tomato.

Step 8: Spread mayonnaise, relish, ketchup, or your preferred condiment on the top bun and place it over the assembled burger.

Step 9: Serve immediately with your choice of french fries or baked potato wedges. Enjoy!

Tips & Variations

If the mixture feels too wet, add a little more panko breadcrumbs to help bind the patties.

Try swapping the parmesan for cheddar or mozzarella for a different cheese flavor.

Add a pinch of smoked paprika or chili flakes to the mix for a spicy kick.

For extra creaminess, add a dollop of sour cream or aioli along with the avocado.

FAQs

Can I use other ground meat instead of chicken?

Yes, ground turkey or lean pork can be used as substitutes, but adjust cooking times accordingly to ensure they are fully cooked.

How do I prevent the burgers from falling apart?

Using panko breadcrumbs and an egg helps bind the mixture together. If your mixture feels too loose, chilling it before shaping the patties and wetting your hands when forming them can improve stability.