Chipotle Chicken Burgers
Chipotle Chicken Burgers deliver juicy heat with smoky chipotle-studded patties crowned by melty pepper Jack. A tangy chipotle-lime mayo and fresh pico de gallo add brightness and zip, while cilantro lifts the finish. Ideal for a weeknight dinner or casual cookout when you want bold, spicy flavor with a fresh, zesty contrast.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon adobo sauce, lime juice, and the 1/8 teaspoon salt; set aside.
- 2
In a medium bowl, mix the ground chicken, chipotle peppers, queso fresco, salt, and ground coriander.
- 3
Shape the mixture into 4 patties and set them on squares of parchment paper.
- 4
Refrigerate for 10 minutes to help the patties firm up.
- 5
Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- 6
Brush the skillet with butter and toast the buns, cut side down, until lightly browned, about 1 to 2 minutes; set aside.
- 7
Heat oil in the same skillet over medium heat.
- 8
Fry the burgers until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear; an instant-read thermometer inserted near the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 3 minutes per side.
- 9
Turn off the heat, place cheese slices over the patties, and cover with a lid to let the residual heat melt the cheese.
- 10
Spread the chipotle mayo on the bottom buns and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon cilantro.
- 11
Add a chicken patty and top with pico de gallo.
- Calories 557.83 kcal High
- Protein 35.82 g Good Source
- Carbs 34.82 g Moderate
- Total Fat 30.05 g High
- Saturated Fat 9.75 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 131.91 mg High
- Sodium 811.81 mg High
- Fiber 2.45 g Low Source
- Sugar 5.04 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 2.94 g Moderate
- Calcium 215.19 mg Moderate
- Iron 3.16 mg Moderate
- Potassium 157.98 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 81.16 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 5.2 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.03 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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