Description

These Avocado Chicken Burgers are juicy, flavorful, and packed with fresh ingredients like ripe avocado, parmesan, and green onion. They are easy to prepare using ground chicken mixed with panko breadcrumbs and herbs, then pan-fried to golden perfection. Topped with melted Swiss cheese, fresh arugula, and ripe tomato slices on soft burger buns, they make a delicious homemade meal perfect for a quick lunch or casual dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken Patties

500g / 1.2 lb ground chicken (mince)
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 egg
3/4 cup parmesan, finely grated
1 cup green onion, finely sliced (~2 stems)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp dried sage
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
2 tbsp olive oil

Burger Assembly

4 soft burger buns or brioche buns
1 large avocado (or 2 medium)
60g / 2 oz rocket / arugula or other lettuce of choice
2 tomatoes, sliced
4 slices Swiss cheese (or other cheese)
Mayonnaise, relish, ketchup, or tomato sauce (to smear on top bun)

Side Suggestions

French fries
Baked potato wedges

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken Patties: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, egg, finely grated parmesan, sliced green onions, minced garlic, dried sage, salt, and pepper. Mix well using your hands until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Shape the Patties: Form the mixture into four patties about 1.5 cm (3/5 inch) thick and slightly larger than your buns to accommodate shrinkage during cooking. If the mixture feels sticky, refrigerate for 30 minutes or wet your hands lightly with oil to shape more easily.
Cook the Patties: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties to the pan in batches if necessary. Cook each side for 2 minutes until a deep golden color forms, then flip.
Melt the Cheese: After flipping the patties, cook for an additional minute, then place a slice of Swiss cheese on each patty. Cover the skillet with a lid to help the cheese melt thoroughly.
Remove and Rest: Once the cheese has fully melted, remove the patties from the skillet and set aside.
Toast the Buns: Split the burger buns and lightly toast them in the oven or under a broiler/grill until slightly golden and warm.
Prepare the Avocado: Cut the avocado in half and scoop out a generous amount. Mash the avocado with a fork and spread it evenly on the base (bottom half) of each toasted bun. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
Assemble the Burgers: Place a chicken patty on top of the avocado-smeared bun base. Layer with rocket/arugula and sliced tomato.
Add the Top Bun and Condiments: Smear the inside of the top bun with your choice of mayonnaise, relish, ketchup, or tomato sauce, then place it over the stacked ingredients.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve the assembled avocado chicken burgers with your favorite sides such as French fries or baked potato wedges. Devour immediately while hot and flavorful!

Notes

Note 1: Use fresh ground chicken for the best texture and flavor.
Note 2: Finely grated parmesan adds richness and umami to the patties.
Note 3: Dried sage enhances the seasoning profile with a mild earthy note.
Note 4: If the mixture is too sticky to shape, refrigeration or wetting your hands will make patty formation easier.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

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