Description
These White Cheddar Chicken Burgers with Caramelized Onions are a delicious twist on a classic burger, featuring juicy chicken patties topped with melted cheddar and sweet, savory caramelized onions. Perfect for a gourmet burger night at home!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Patties:
- 1 1/2 pounds ground chicken
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Caramelized Onions:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
For Serving:
- 4 slices white cheddar cheese
- 4 brioche buns, toasted
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 tomato slices
- Mayonnaise or aioli for serving
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: In a skillet, cook onions in olive oil until soft. Add butter, brown sugar, and caramelize.
- Prepare Chicken Patties: Mix ground chicken with seasonings, form into patties.
- Cook Patties: Grill patties until cooked through. Top with cheddar to melt.
- Assemble Burgers: Spread mayonnaise on buns, layer with lettuce, tomato, chicken patty, and caramelized onions. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can prepare the caramelized onions ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the onions while cooking.
- Swap brioche buns for whole wheat buns if you prefer a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 870 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg
