Description
Savory and flavorful Chipotle Cheddar Chicken Burgers combine smoky chipotle with rich cheddar cheese for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. ground chicken (preferably dark meat/thigh)
- 2 green onions, white and green parts, thinly sliced
- 1 chipotle pepper, canned in adobo sauce, chopped
- 2 Tbsp. almond flour
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- ½ tsp. salt
- ⅛ tsp. black pepper
- 1 cup finely shredded Organic Valley Mild or Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- Optional toppings: gluten-free buns, lettuce leaves, sliced red onion, tomatoes, avocado, mayo
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Place ground chicken, green onions, chipotle pepper, almond flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix to combine.
- Add shredded cheese and mix again to distribute evenly.
- Divide the mixture into 4 portions and pat into patties about ½-inch thick.
- Cook burgers for 5-6 minutes on each side until no longer pink in center or thermometer reads 165℉.
- Remove burgers from the grill and serve with desired toppings.
Notes
Ensure the grill is preheated for a good sear on the patties. Allowing the burgers to rest helps retain juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg