Chicken Caesar Burgers Recipe
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 6 Tablespoons plain bread crumbs (could use panko)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Tablespoons caesar dressing
- 1 Tablespoon worcestershire sace
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- black pepper
- extra virgin olive oil
- 4 buns
- Toppings: romaine lettuce, sliced tomatoes, sliced red onions, extra caesar dressing
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 164g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 326 | |
| Calories from Fat 119 | 37% |
| Total Fat 13.3g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat 4.1g | 16% |
| Trans Fat 0.08g | |
| Cholesterol 103mg | 34% |
| Sodium 400mg | 17% |
| Potassium 666mg | 19% |
| Total Carbs 27.39g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.2g | 4% |
| Sugars 4.33g | 3% |
| Protein 24.89g | 40% |
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