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Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers

Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Fresh Tzatziki Twist

Enjoy these Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers, a flavorful Mediterranean dish bursting with zesty lemon and tangy feta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Choose 93% lean for optimal juiciness.
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Can substitute with goat cheese or omit for dairy-free.
  • 1 medium Onion Dice finely.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley/Dill Pick your favorite herb.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Or use fresh oregano.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Use freshly ground.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Use fresh zest.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Use fresh juice.
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Can substitute with almond flour for gluten-free.
  • 1 Egg Acts as binding agent.
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Or substitute with dairy-free yogurt.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Grated and moisture squeezed out.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced or grated.
  • 1 tablespoon Dill Use fresh dill for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
For Serving
  • 3 cups Fresh Vegetables Lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
  • 4 Buns/Pita Whole grain or gluten-free.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Meat thermometer
  • baking sheet
  • Skillet
  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Finely chop onion, garlic, and fresh herbs. Gather all ingredients.
  2. In a large bowl, combine all pattie ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
  3. Form uniform patties about ¾ inch thick and place on a parchment-lined plate.
  4. Choose cooking method. Grill preheated to medium-high for 6-7 minutes per side.
  5. Alternatively, bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes or air-fry at 375°F for 12-14 minutes.
  6. Let cooled burgers rest, serve in buns with tzatziki and fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adapts easily for gluten-free or dairy-free diets. Can be made ahead and stored for meal prep.

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