Description
A delicious and easy grilled Chicken Caesar Burger that is juicy and packed with flavor! Perfect for summer!
Ingredients
Scale
Burgers:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup white onion, shredded
- 2–3 tablespoons frozen butter, shredded (regular or plant-based)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, finely shredded
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)
- kosher salt and ground black pepper
Toppings:
- hamburger bun of your choice (regular or gluten-free)
- romaine lettuce
- Caesar Dressing (or Dairy-Free Caesar Dressing)
- shaved parmesan cheese
- croutons
Instructions
- Grater: Place a cheese grater on top of 2-3 pieces of paper towel. Grate the white onion on top of the paper towel. Use the paper towel to gently squeeze out as much of the excess moisture from the onion. Use the same grater to shred the frozen butter.
- Burger Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, grated white onion, grated butter, 2 tablespoons mayo, 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, 2 teaspoons garlic, 1 teaspoon worcestershire, 1 teaspoon dijon, 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, & 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke (if using).
- Make Patties: Prepare a small parchment-lined baking sheet. Divide burger mixture into 4 equal patties about 1/2-3/4 inches thick on the baking sheet. Press down in the middle of each patty with your thumb to create an indent. Place in the freezer for 20 minutes (this ensures they be easy to lift and that they will hold their shape on the grill).
- Prep: Ensure grill grates are clean and preheat grill to medium-high heat. Season the tops of the patties generously with salt and pepper.
- Grill: Place burgers on the hot grill over direct heat and close the lid. Let cook 5-6 minutes per side or until they reach 160 degrees internal temperature (use an instant-read thermometer). If using cheese, place on top during the last 1-2 minutes of cooking. Remove and let rest 5 minutes.
- Build Burgers: place a piece of lettuce on top of the bottom bun. Follow with Caesar Dressing, chicken burger, more Caesar Dressing, red onion, lettuce, parmesan cheese, croutons and top bun.
- Serve: Enjoy right away with your favorite side dishes!
Notes
- Liquid Smoke: this is totally optional! I love a bit of smokiness in my burger, but if that isn’t your thing (or you just don’t have it on hand), feel free to omit!
- Gluten-Free: serve on a gluten-free bun and either omit the croutons or use a gluten-free crouton.
- Dairy-Free: use plant-based butter, a dairy-free alternative for the parmesan cheese, and a dairy-free caesar dressing.
- Make ahead: feel free to make the patties the day before. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Freeze: simply make the patties and place a piece of parchment between each one as you stack. Place in a freezer-safe bag, label and place in freezer for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight and then grill according to the instructions above.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 523
- Sugar: 5.4 g
- Sodium: 688.1 mg
- Fat: 30.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 34.7 g
- Fiber: 2.7 g
- Protein: 22.5 g
- Cholesterol: 126 mg