Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of Chicken Burgers with Avocado Corn Salsa, a perfect blend of juicy ground chicken and zesty salsa that will elevate your summer BBQs or weeknight dinners. In just 25 minutes, you can create a dish that brings together the freshness of avocado, the sweetness of corn, and the savory depth of grilled chicken patties. This recipe is not only quick to prepare but also offers flexibility in toppings and spices, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or casual get-togethers. Enjoy a nutritious meal packed with protein and healthy fats that everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lb ground chicken (preferably thighs)
- 2 scallions, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar, Gouda, or provolone)
- ¼ cup mayo
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- 1 ear of fresh corn, kernels removed
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime juice
- Olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, shredded cheese, chopped scallions, mayo, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into round patties.
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium heat. Cook patties for about 5 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Prepare the salsa by mixing corn kernels, avocado slices, cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
- Serve warm chicken burgers topped generously with the avocado corn salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: Customize your burgers by adding different cheeses or spices. For meal prep, cook extra patties to enjoy throughout the week. Serve on toasted buns or as lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.