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Chipotle Cheddar Chicken Burgers with Apple Slaw Recipe

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  • Author: Lily
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These BBQ Chipotle Cheddar Chicken Burgers with Apple Slaw are a delightful blend of sweet, smoky, and savory flavors. Made with ground chicken seasoned with chipotle and paprika, grilled to perfection, topped with melted sharp cheddar cheese, and served on toasted brioche buns with tangy apple slaw and chipotle mayo, they make a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare on the stovetop.

Ingredients

Burger Patties

  • 1.5 pounds ground chicken (dark meat)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
  • 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese

For Serving

  • 4 brioche buns, toasted
  • Sweet and tangy apple slaw
  • Chipotle mayo

Instructions

  1. Prep the Burgers: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, onion powder, garlic powder, chipotle powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Use your fingers to gently mix the ingredients together, being careful not to overmix to keep the patties tender.
  2. Form Patties: Divide the mixture into four equal portions, shaping each into a 5-ounce patty about 3/4 inch thick and 4 inches wide, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
  3. Heat the Skillet: Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add 1 tablespoon avocado oil to the pan.
  4. Cook the Burgers: Place the patties in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on one side. Flip the burgers and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes, brushing each patty liberally with roughly 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce during the second side cooking. Continue until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Melt the Cheese: When the burgers are fully cooked, turn off the heat. Place a slice of sharp cheddar cheese on top of each patty and cover the pan with a lid to allow the cheese to melt using residual steam. If needed, add 1 tablespoon of water to create extra steam for faster melting.
  6. Assemble the Burgers: Remove the patties from the pan. Spread chipotle mayo on the toasted brioche buns, add the melted cheddar burger patty, then top with sweet and tangy apple slaw. Finish with the top bun and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use dark meat ground chicken for juicier, more flavorful patties.
  • Be careful not to overmix the meat to keep the burgers tender.
  • Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure food safety.
  • For extra smoky flavor, grill the patties instead of cooking on the stovetop.
  • Chipotle mayo adds a spicy kick but can be omitted or swapped for regular mayo if preferred.

Find it online: https://dishmelt.com/chipotle-cheddar-chicken-burgers-with-apple-slaw-recipe/