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Italian Chicken Burgers Recipe

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These Italian Chicken Burgers are a delicious twist on a classic favorite, featuring juicy ground chicken mixed with Parmesan, Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs, garlic, onion, and fresh parsley. Simmered in marinara sauce and topped with melted mozzarella cheese, they make a flavorful and satisfying meal. Perfectly toasted buns and a sprinkle of fresh basil complete these hearty, Italian-inspired burgers that are simple to prepare on the stovetop or grill.

Ingredients

Chicken Patties

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (panko breadcrumbs with Italian seasoning recommended)
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup marinara sauce (for mixing into the patties)

Cooking & Assembly

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 3/4 cup marinara sauce (divided; 1/4 cup for patties, remaining for simmering)
  • 4 slices mozzarella cheese (or grated, if preferred)
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Burger Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine ground chicken, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup marinara sauce, chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly with a spoon or your hands until evenly combined. Shape the mixture into 4 evenly sized patties.
  2. Cook the Patties: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the patties in the skillet and cook undisturbed until golden brown on the bottom side, about 4 to 5 minutes. Alternatively, you can grill the patties for 4 minutes per side until the chicken is no longer pink inside.
  3. Simmer in Marinara and Melt Cheese: Flip the patties carefully. Immediately pour the remaining marinara sauce around the patties in the skillet. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, reducing the heat if it bubbles too aggressively. Top each patty with a slice of mozzarella cheese, cover the skillet with a lid, and cook for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the chicken is fully cooked through.
  4. Toast the Buns: While the chicken finishes cooking, place buttered hamburger buns on a baking sheet and toast them in a 350°F oven for about 5 minutes, or until warmed through and lightly crispy.
  5. Assemble the Burgers: Spoon some extra marinara sauce from the skillet onto the bottom halves of the toasted buns. Place each chicken burger patty on top. Garnish with fresh basil if desired, then cover with the top half of the buns. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • This recipe can easily be doubled to feed a larger group.
  • For a gluten-free option, use certified gluten-free panko breadcrumbs and hamburger buns.
  • To make it lighter, opt for light mozzarella cheese or omit the cheese entirely and serve over a salad or with roasted vegetables instead of buns.
  • To make the recipe dairy-free, substitute mozzarella with a dairy-free cheese alternative.

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