Description
A flavorful Greek Chicken Burger recipe featuring juicy ground chicken mixed with crumbled feta cheese, garlic, fresh oregano, and lemon zest. Grilled to perfection and served on pita bread or burger buns with fresh tomatoes, cucumber slices, and lettuce, this burger offers a delicious Mediterranean twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp fresh oregano (or 1 tsp dried)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving
- 4 pita breads or burger buns
- Sliced tomatoes
- Cucumber slices
- Lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Preheat Grill or Skillet: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat to ensure it’s hot enough for cooking the patties evenly.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the ground chicken, crumbled feta cheese, minced garlic, fresh oregano, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form Patties: Shape the seasoned chicken mixture into four equal-sized patties, ensuring they are compact to hold together during grilling.
- Grill Patties: Place the patties on the preheated grill or skillet. Cook each side for about 6-7 minutes, or until the outside is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Assemble Burgers: Once cooked, assemble the burgers by placing each patty on pita bread or buns. Add your preferred toppings such as sliced tomatoes, cucumber slices, and fresh lettuce leaves.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Greek chicken burgers hot and enjoy a delicious Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Notes
- Ensure the internal temperature of chicken patties reaches 165°F for food safety.
- Fresh oregano can be substituted with dried oregano at half the quantity.
- For a lighter option, use whole wheat pita or buns.
- Optional: Add tzatziki sauce for extra authentic Greek flavor.
- The burgers can also be cooked in a skillet if a grill is unavailable.
