Chicken Burgers with Spicy Rub Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 lbs. boneless-skinless chicken breast – cubed
- For the Burgers
- 2 – 3 tbs. sun dried tomatoes – chopped
- 2 cloves garlic – chopped
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup cilantro – chopped
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- ½ cup Romano or Parmesan cheese – grated
- 1 scallion – chopped
- 1 tbs. olive oil
- For the Rub
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. ground oregano
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- Honey Mustard Dressing for the Salad Greens
- 2 – 3 tablespoons smooth mustard – your favorite
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 – 3 tablespoons honey
- ¼ tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
Directions
- For the Burgers & Rub
- Combine all of the ingredients for the rub in a medium sized bowl and set aside.
- Place the cubed chicken a little at a time in the food processor and process to desired consistency.
- Place the ground chicken in a large bowl and add the remaining ingredients for the burgers.
- Shape the burgers into a ball and roll in the rub; then flatten the burgers to desired thickness.
- Grill burger until juices run clear. The cooking time depends on the thickness of the burger.
- Serve with your favorite lettuce, tomato and cucumber.
- Honey Mustard Dressing for the Salad Greens
- Combine all of the above ingredients in a small bowl and whisk.
- Adjust the flavors for the dressing to your liking.
- Use on salad and for burger.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 84g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 166 | |
| Calories from Fat 55 | 33% |
| Total Fat 6.25g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat 1.96g | 8% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium 1070mg | 45% |
| Potassium 207mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs 25.26g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.3g | 4% |
| Sugars 20.93g | 14% |
| Protein 4.22g | 7% |
