Create the Ultimate Spicy Chipotle Chicken Burger at Home
A flavorful twist on a classic burger featuring ground chicken and chipotle peppers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoon adobo sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt to taste
- 4 burger buns, toasted
- 4 slices of pepper jack cheese (optional)
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced red onions
- Pickled jalapeños (optional)
Instructions
1. Make the Chipotle Mayo: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, chipotle pepper, lime juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Refrigerate until ready to use.
2. Prepare the Chicken Patties: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, lime juice, breadcrumbs, and egg. Mix until well combined.
3. Form the Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties.
4. Cook the Patties: Heat a lightly oiled skillet or grill over medium heat. Cook the patties for 5–6 minutes per side, or until cooked through. If using cheese, place a slice on each patty in the last minute of cooking and cover until melted.
5. Assemble the Burgers: Spread the chipotle mayo on both halves of the toasted buns. Layer with lettuce, tomato slices, red onion, and pickled jalapeños if desired. Place the chicken patty on top and cover with the bun.
6. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Spicy Chipotle Chicken Burger hot, accompanied by your favorite side dishes.
Notes
For more heat, add cayenne pepper or extra chipotle peppers. For vegetarian options, substitute ground chicken with plant-based alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: burger, chicken, spicy, chipotle
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