Jalapeño Popper Burgers
Summer grilling season isn’t over yet! These Jalapeño Popper Burgers put a fun twist on the classic burger, combining juicy ground chicken with fresh jalapeños, melty cheddar, and smoky spices. Topped with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce and fresh summer toppings, they’re flavorful, easy to throw on the grill, and perfect for those last warm-weather dinners.
Carbohydrates 8g
Fat 16.5g
Saturated Fat 5.75g
Sodium 373mg
Sugar 3.5g
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground chicken
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese finely shredded
- 2 jalapeños finely diced (remove seeds for less heat)
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Creamy Garlic Yogurt Sauce (Optional)
- 1/2 cup Plain Nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp light mayonnaise optional
- 1 garlic clove finely grated
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & Pepper to taste
For Serving:
- 4 Whole-Wheat Burger Buns toasted
- Butter lettuce
- Tomato slices
- Pickled jalapeños optional
- Avocado slices optional
Instructions
Make the Creamy Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise (if using), garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, to allow the flavors to meld.
Prepare the Burgers
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, green onions, garlic, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, panko breadcrumbs, and egg.
- Using clean hands or a spoon, gently mix until just combined, being careful not to over-mix.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into burger patties about 1/2-inch thick. Press a slight indentation into the center of each patty to help them cook evenly. If time allows, refrigerate the patties for 15-20 minutes to help them hold their shape during cooking.
- Heat a grill or large skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with oil. Cook the burgers for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- To assemble, spread the garlic sauce on the bottom bun. Top the burger with butter lettuce, tomato slices, avocado, and jalapeños (if desired). Finish with the top bun and serve immediately.
- Note: These burgers are also delicious served as lettuce wraps or alongside grilled vegetables, fresh fruit, or sweet potato fries.
Notes
*The nutrition figures above are for one serving and should be considered estimates. These estimates are for the burgers and yogurt sauce only. Nutrition figures for buns and/or other serving methods are not included. Varying factors such as product types or brands purchased, natural fluctuations in foods, and the way ingredients are processed change the effective nutritional information in any given recipe.
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