Chicken Burger
A quick and flavorful chicken burger topped with creamy avocado and smoky chipotle mayo, perfect for a weeknight meal.
Ingredients
For the Burger
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 4 pieces burger buns Toasted
- Salt to taste Salt
- Black pepper to taste Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon panko Optional binder if needed
For the Toppings
- 1 avocado ripe avocado Smashed
- 1 tablespoon lime juice Fresh is best
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1-2 teaspoons chipotle sauce Adjust to heat preference
- Lettuce as needed Lettuce For topping
- Tomato slices as needed Tomato slices For topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your grill or a heavy skillet over medium heat.
- Place ground chicken in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Mix gently—do not overwork.
- Divide into four equal portions and form into patties about 3/4-inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing.
Cooking
- Cook the patties for 5–7 minutes per side, flipping once, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While patties cook, halve and pit the avocado. Smash it in a bowl with lime juice and a pinch of salt.
- In a small bowl, stir the mayonnaise with 1 teaspoon of chipotle sauce. Taste and add more chipotle if you want more heat.
- Toast the burger buns cut-side down on the grill or skillet for 30–60 seconds until golden.
Assembly
- Spread chipotle mayo on the bottom buns.
- Assemble: bottom bun + lettuce + chicken patty + smashed avocado + tomato slice. Top with the bun.
Notes
Serve with crisp oven fries or a bright corn salad. This burger can be made low-carb by serving toppings in butter lettuce cups.