Description
Indulge in the flavor-packed Spicy Chipotle Chicken Burger, a delightful twist on a classic favorite. This zesty burger combines lean ground chicken with smoky chipotle peppers and spices, resulting in a mouthwatering dish perfect for any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to lively barbecues. With its quick preparation and customizable toppings, you can easily tailor this recipe to suit your taste. Serve it with fresh vegetables, creamy sauces, and crispy sides for an unforgettable meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from the chipotle can)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 4 burger buns, toasted
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced red onions
- Pickled jalapeños (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, lime juice, breadcrumbs, and egg.
- Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated without overworking the meat.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates. Shape the mixture into patties and place them on the grill. Cook for about 5 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, chopped chipotle pepper, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt to taste.
- Toast your burger buns on the grill or in a toaster. Spread a generous amount of sauce on each bun. Add cooked patties followed by your choice of toppings such as lettuce leaves, sliced tomatoes, sliced red onions, and pickled jalapeños if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg