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Green Chile Chicken Burgers

Cultural Context

Originating from the American Southwest, Green Chile Chicken Burgers celebrate the region's love for bold flavors and green chiles, often used in traditional dishes. These burgers are a modern twist on classic grilling, reflecting the fusion of Tex-Mex and American BBQ cultures. Today, they're enjoyed across the U.S., with variations that include different spices and toppings, making them a favorite at summer cookouts.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound ground chicken
2 small cans diced green chilies
ground cumin
cilantro
salt
avocado oil
Boston lettuce or Bibb lettuce
pickled jalapenos

ground chicken

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey offers a leaner option, while ground beef is often less expensive.

green chiles

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños add heat, while bell peppers provide sweetness and are more affordable.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and calories, while processed cheese can be more budget-friendly.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain buns offer more fiber, while white bread can be a cost-effective substitute.

1

Chop the cilantro finely and set aside.

2

In a bowl, combine 1 pound of ground chicken, 2 small cans of diced green chilies, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, and salt.

3

Mix the ingredients together using hands or a spatula until well combined.

4

Preheat a pan with a little avocado oil until hot.

5

Form the mixture into loose patties, roughly half a cup each, and place them in the hot pan.

6

Cook the patties until opaque around the edges, then flip them.

7

Check the internal temperature of the patties, ensuring they reach 165°F.

8

Serve the patties on a bed of Boston or Bibb lettuce with desired condiments and toppings.

Cooking Techniques

mixinggrillingtoasting

Equipment Needed

panspatulameat thermometer

Spice Level:

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Dietary

low-carb

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Green Chile Chicken PattiesSpicy Chicken Burgers

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