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Close up shot of a juicy golden-brown pan-seared ground chicken burger loaded with chopped spinach and cheddar on a bun.
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Juicy Pan-Seared Spinach Chicken Burgers

These Spinach Chicken Burgers feature a juicy, golden-brown pan-seared chicken patty loaded with fresh chopped spinach and pockets of oozing white cheddar cheese on a toasted artisan bun.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground chicken 450g. Avoid 99% lean for juicier results.
  • 1.5 cups fresh spinach leaves 45g. Finely chopped.
  • 4 oz thick white cheddar cheese 115g. Cut into small 1/4-inch cubes.
  • 4 whole artisan burger buns Lightly toasted.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil 15ml. For pan-searing.
  • 1 tsp kosher salt 5g
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper 1g
  • 1 tsp garlic powder 3g

Equipment

  • 1 Large Cast-Iron Skillet Essential for searing the chicken patties.
  • 1 Mixing Bowl For gently combining ingredients.

Method
 

Making the Burgers
  1. Finely chop the fresh spinach leaves and cut the white cheddar cheese into small, uniform cubes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the ground chicken, chopped fresh spinach, white cheddar cheese cubes, kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Do not overmix.
  3. Divide the mixture into four equal portions. Gently pat them into round discs about 3/4-inch (2cm) thick. Press a shallow dimple into the center of each patty.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. Once hot, place the patties in the pan.
  5. Cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes on the first side to develop a charred crust. Flip and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. While the burgers rest, place the artisan burger buns face-down in the hot skillet to toast for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Place the juicy, pan-seared chicken patty on the bottom half of the lightly toasted artisan burger bun and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcalProtein: 34gFat: 26gFiber: 2g

Notes

Keep the meat cold before mixing to prevent sticking.
Do not press down on the patties while searing to keep them juicy.
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