Name: BBQ Chicken Burgers
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Yield: 4 burgers
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil; 0.5 onion; 1 lb ground chicken breast; 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce; 0.5 tsp onion powder; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp kosher salt; 4 slices Monterrey jack or mozzarella cheese; 4 burger buns

Fire up the grill and tantalize your taste buds with these mouthwatering BBQ Chicken Burgers! Perfect for the whole family! I like to switch it up and get away from the usual beef burgers and instead try something different like these BBQ Chicken Burgers. You’ll never miss the beef with these because they’re so darn easy to make, have some extra zip from your favorite BBQ sauce and are so satisfying.

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13 m

American

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BBQ Chicken Burgers

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Instructions

Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a sauté pan over medium heat and sauté the onions and 1/2 teaspoon of salt for 4 minutes or until tender. Set aside to cool.

In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled sautéed onions, ground chicken, BBQ sauce, onion powder, garlic powder and remainder of salt and mix. Don't over mix to avoid tough, chewy burgers.

Evenly divide the mixture into 4 pieces for regular sized burgers, or 8 pieces for mini burgers. Shape into patties.

Heat remaining tbsp of oil in a pan and cook the patties for 4-5 minutes (3-4 minutes for sliders) on each side.

Place 1 slice of cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking and allow to melt.

Place burgers on buns and top with desired accompaniments.

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Bind with Breadcrumbs for Moisture 🍞
Mix 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs and 2 tablespoons milk into your ground chicken before forming patties to prevent them from drying out during grilling.
Chill Patties Before Grilling ❄️
Refrigerate your formed chicken burger patties for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape and cook evenly without falling apart on the grill.
Toast Your Buns for Texture 🥖
Lightly butter and grill your burger buns for 1-2 minutes to add a crispy exterior that prevents soggy bottoms from BBQ sauce and juices.
Apply BBQ Sauce in Stages 🍯
Brush BBQ sauce only during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking on each side to prevent burning; add a final coat after plating for maximum flavor without charring.
Use Meat Thermometer for Precision 🌡️
Cook chicken burgers to exactly 165°F internal temperature using an instant-read thermometer to ensure food safety and perfect juiciness without overcooking.