It’s that time of year for outdoor picnics and grilling! While I did not personally grill my burgers you totally could and I’m certain they would be just as delicious! To be honest…. Usually I’m not in love with my meat based recipes, but this one is a huge winner…. never have I tasted such a delicious chicken burger! Usually chicken or turkey burgers are dry or crumbly but these babies are super moist (sorry had to use that word). My husband told me they were a top 5 thing I’ve ever made! This is high praise because I certainly cook a ton and my husband is always my taste tester… he even told me he didn’t want to share them with me. You could go the traditional route and serve on a bun but I really enjoyed eating mine on top of greens with my delicious non mayo coleslaw- check out both recipes! Seriously go make these, you won’t be disappointed!
Vinaigrette Slaw
Ingredients:
½ head green cabbage
½ red purple cabbage
3 TBSP white balsamic vinegar
2 TBSP olive oil
1 TBSP honey
1 TBSP Dijon mustard
1 TBSP lemon juice
¼ cup sunflower seeds (optional)
Directions:
1. Chop cabbage
2. Measure remaining ingredients
3. Combine all ingredients in a bowl with a lid and shake until the cabbage is thoroughly coated
Apple Cheddar Chicken Burgers
Ingredients:
2 lbs ground chicken (or turkey)
8 oz cheddar cheese ( I used Cabot Sharp Cheddar)
1 apple
1 medium yellow onion
½ tsp seasoned salt
1 tsp garlic powder
1 TBSP dried parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
1. Grate cheese, apple, and onion
2. Combine with turkey and spices
3. Mix thoroughly with hands until just combined
4. Heat oil on stovetop, medium heat
5. Form mixture into small patties
6. Cook each patty for 5 minutes on each side or until cooked all the way through (use meat thermometer)
Do you like chicken/turkey burgers or prefer veggie or beef burgers? I like them all-depends on my mood! Mayo based slaw or mayo free? I’m team mayo free for sure!
