Spinach Chicken Cheddar Burgers (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 burger buns
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1 lb ground chicken
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½ cup shredded white cheddar cheese
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1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
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¼ cup fancy breadcrumbs
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¼ cup chopped onion, finely diced
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1 tbsp Dijon mustard
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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Optional toppings: sliced tomato, lettuce, or extra cheese
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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A bit of olive oil for frying or grilling
# Instructions:
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Toss everything—chicken, spinach, cheese, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, mustard, Worcestershire, salt, and black pepper—into a big bowl. Stir gently so it’s all mixed up evenly.
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Split the mixture into 4 pieces, then shape each piece into a patty about ¾ of an inch thick.
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Warm up a skillet on medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil, and cook patties for 5–6 minutes per side. They’re ready when the inside hits 165°F (75°C). Or, throw them on the grill over medium heat for the same amount of time.
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Place the patties on a plate and let them chill for a few minutes. Get the buns ready and load them up with patties and your favorite toppings—lettuce, tomato, maybe some extra cheese. Dig in and enjoy!
# Notes:
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Switch to gluten-free breadcrumbs and buns, or go bunless by using lettuce wraps.
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Grilling gives a nice smoky twist to the flavor.
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Lay uncooked patties on a tray to freeze, then bag them up and store for 3 months. Cook frozen patties directly, adding 2–3 minutes to the usual cooking time.