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Chicken Caesar Burgers
These Chicken Caesar Burgers taste just like the classic salad, but in juicy hamburger form! Ground chicken patties are loaded with crushed croutons and Caesar dressing, coated in a crispy Parmesan crust, and then served with a crisp romaine slaw... all in just 30 minutes.
Servings: 4 burgers
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 cup croutons about ½ cup once ground
- 5 tablespoons Caesar dressing divided, plus more for serving
- 1 garlic clove finely minced
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese divided
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 3 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce
- 4 toasted hamburger buns
- Lemon juice from 1 lemon, optional
Instructions
- Add the croutons to a food processor. Pulse 2-3 times, then blend for 20-30 seconds until a coarse crumb forms.1 cup croutons
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, ⅓ cup of the ground croutons (reserving the rest for the romaine topping), 2 tablespoons of Caesar dressing, 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into burger patties approximately 4 inches wide and 1 inch thick. If the mixture is sticky, lightly spritz your hands with cooking spray to prevent sticking.1 pound ground chicken, 1 garlic clove, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Place ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese in a shallow bowl or on a plate. Dip the flat side of each patty into the Parmesan, pressing lightly to ensure it adheres, then flip and repeat on the other side.
- Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties in a single layer and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until the Parmesan forms a golden-brown crust and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.1 tablespoon avocado oil
- In a medium bowl, toss the romaine lettuce with the remaining 3 tablespoons of Caesar dressing, 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese, and the reserved ground croutons.3 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce
- Serve the patties on toasted buns topped with a generous scoop of the dressed romaine, a squeeze of lemon juice, and additional Caesar dressing, if desired.Lemon juice, 4 toasted hamburger buns
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Notes
- Parmesan cheese: Freshly grated will melt and crisp the best. Avoid pre-shredded kinds that have anti-caking agents since they won’t give you that beautiful crust.
- Croutons: Regular-flavored are your best bet. Avoid anything too garlicky or salty since the Caesar dressing already brings bold flavor.
- Ground chicken: You can swap in ground turkey if needed. Just stick to a lean, light meat for the best taste.
- Storage: Store any leftover patties in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep the Caesar slaw separate to avoid sogginess.
- Reheating: To keep the crispy Parmesan crust intact, reheat the patties in a skillet over medium heat for a few minutes per side. Alternatively, you can pop them under the broiler for a minute or two to get them nice and hot without losing that golden crunch.
Nutrition
Calories: 524kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 1004mg | Potassium: 768mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 3224IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 319mg | Iron: 3mg
