Greek Chicken Burgers with Creamy Garlic Sauce


Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 8

Category: Main Dish


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Notes After Making


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Ingredients


Greek Chicken Burgers

  • 2 pounds ground chicken
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 4 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Olive oil, for cooking


For Serving

  • 8 burger buns or pita
  • Dijon mustard
  • Lettuce
  • Sliced tomato
  • Thinly sliced red onion
  • Pickled cucumber slices
  • Creamy Garlic Sauce or tzatziki
  • Crumbled feta or provolone cheese
  • Chopped kalamata olives


Creamy Garlic Sauce

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons grated garlic
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Pinch of salt

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Instructions


Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt until smooth.
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  1. Refrigerate until ready to serve.


Make the Burgers

  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  1. Mix gently with forks or your hands until just combined.
  1. Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape into patties.
  1. Press a small indent into the center of each patty to help them cook evenly.


Cook the Burgers

  1. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  1. Add a drizzle of olive oil.
  1. Cook the burgers for about 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F.


Assemble

  1. Toast the buns or pita if desired.
  1. Spread Dijon mustard on the bottom bun.
  1. Add lettuce, then the chicken burger.
  1. Top with tomato, pickled cucumbers, and red onion.
  1. Spread the top bun with Creamy Garlic Sauce or tzatziki.
  1. Finish with feta or provolone cheese and chopped kalamata olives.
  1. Serve immediately.


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Jessica’s Notes


Best served with:

  • Greek salad, roasted potatoes, sweet potato fries, or cucumber salad.


Wine pairing:

  • A crisp Sauvignon Blanc, citrusy Assyrtiko, or a dry Rosé pairs beautifully with the lemon, garlic, and feta flavors.


Prep Ahead:

  • Burger patties can be formed up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerated.
  • Garlic sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance.


Storage:

  • Store cooked burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Store sauce separately.


Freezer-friendly:

  • Uncooked patties can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before cooking.


Variations:

  • Use ground turkey instead of chicken.
  • Grill the burgers instead of cooking on the stovetop.

  • Serve in pita pockets for a more traditional Greek-style sandwich.

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