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Chicken Caprese Burgers

caprese burgers with melted mozzarella cheese, tomatoes and basil on a brioche bun.
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Dive right into this juicy chicken caprese burger packed with fresh flavors. A twist on the classic caprese salad, but in burger form! Perfectly seasoned and topped with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, fresh basil leaves and finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze. This caprese burger recipe highlights the flavors of its fresh ingredients– guaranteed to become your new favorite burger!

Ingredients

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Chicken Burgers

  • 2 pounds ground chicken
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1-2 cloves garlic, grated or finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 Tablespoons dried parsley

Burger Toppings

  • 1-2 tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh basil
  • 6 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup balsamic glaze

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside. Mix together the ingredients in a large bowl until combined. I find the best way to do this is with your hands (really the best kitchen tool!)– you can also use a wooden spoon for rubber spatula.
  2. Divide the chicken mixture into 6 sections, each patty will be roughly a heaping 1/2 cup. Roll the mixture into a tight ball, then flatten to form into a patty freeform or use a burger mold. Each patty should be about 4-5 inches wide– you want them to be about 1 inch larger than the bun as the burgers shrink as they cook. Place each patty onto the lined baking sheet while you form the remaining.
  3. Preheat the grill to high to around 500°F-550°F. Place the chicken burgers on the heated grill and cook for 5-6 minutes with the lid closed. Flip the burgers and cook covered for an additional 5 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 165°F. About 1 minute before the burgers finish, place a slice of mozzarella on each burger. The total cook time is around 10-12 minutes. Keep an eye on them as the time can slightly vary based on the thickness of the patty. Se the cooked chicken burgers on a baking sheet or plate covered with aluminum foil and allow them to rest for 3-5 minutes. The burgers will not only finish cooking during this time, it will also allow the juices to redistribute throughout the burger. The patties will not stick to a clean, well-oiled surface or grill. See other cooking methods in the recipe notes below.
  4. Place the chicken burger on a hamburger and top with basil, tomato and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. If desired, smear pesto on the hamburger bun. Leftover chicken burgers stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

  1. Make Ahead Instructions: You can shape the chicken burger patties up to 2 days in advance. Place parchment paper between each and store in an airtight container or bag. 
  2. Freezing Instructions: Uncooked chicken burger patties can be frozen for up to 3 months. Place parchment paper between each and store in a freezer-safe airtight container or bag. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and cook as directed in step 3, or you can grill them frozen for around 15 minutes. The cooked chicken burgers can be frozen for up to 3 months— allow them to cool completely then place parchment paper between each and store in a freezer-safe airtight container or bag. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Heat up to your liking– I like to microwave.
  3. Ground Chicken: You can use ground chicken breast, thighs or a combination. I prefer to use a tighs or a combination as it has more flavor.
  4. Breadcrumbs: We need just a little help to bind the ingredients together. You can use panko, regular, seasoned, homemade or gluten free.
  5. Stove Directions: Heat 1 Tablespoon of olive oil on a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the turkey burgers in the skillet and cook for 6 minutes with a lid on top. Flip the burgers and cook covered for an additional 6 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 165°F. The total time is 12 minutes. Keep an eye on them as the time can slightly vary based on the thickness of the patty. If the skillet isn't large enough, cook the burgers in batches. About 1 minute before the burgers finish, place a slice of mozzarella on each burger.
  6. Oven Directions: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Bake for 11-12 minutes, then flip the burgers and bake for an additional 11-12 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 165°F. The total time is around 22-24 minutes. Keep an eye on them as the time can slightly vary based on the thickness of the patty.  About 1 minute before the burgers finish, place a slice of mozzarella on each burger.
  7. Success Tips: Here are some tips for the best results: (1) Tightly form the ground chicken mixture into balls before shaping into patties. This makes sure the meat is tightly locked before shaping. (2) There's no varying levels of done when it comes to chicken burgers– it's either done or it's not. The burgers are finished when the internal temperature reads 165°F. Keep an eye on them as the time can slightly vary based on the thickness of the patty.  

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