Juicy White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burgers

• servings: 4 servings
• active time: 15 minutes
• total time: 27 minutes

Ingredients

1 lb ground chicken (93% lean)

1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped

1/2 cup sharp white cheddar cheese, freshly grated

1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs

1/4 cup yellow onion, finely diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Olive oil, for cooking

4 burger buns

Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato slices, additional cheese

Directions

In a bowl, combine chicken, spinach, cheddar, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.

Form into 4 patties, each about 1/2-inch thick. Create a slight center depression in each. Chill for 15 minutes.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook burgers 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).

Add extra cheese during last minute if desired. Rest burgers for 5 minutes.

Toast buns, add toppings, and assemble the burgers. Serve hot.