Description
These Crack Chicken Burgers are juicy and flavorful, packed with ground chicken, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and ranch seasoning. Perfectly cooked on the stovetop and topped with melty cheese and classic burger fixings, they make a delicious and easy meal any night of the week.
Ingredients
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Burger Patties
- 1 lb Ground Chicken
- 7-8 Slices Cooked, Crumbled Bacon
- 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- 2 tbsp Ranch Seasoning
- 1/2 cup Plain Breadcrumbs
- 1 Large Egg
- Garlic Powder, to taste
- Freshly ground Black Pepper, to taste
Burger Assembly
- 4 Brioche Buns, Toasted
- 4 Slices Cheddar Cheese
- Lettuce Leaves
- Tomato Slices
- Ranch Dressing, for topping
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, ranch seasoning, plain breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly until ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into 4 evenly sized patties. To prevent sticking, wet your hands with water before shaping.
- Cook Patties: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. If your pan tends to stick, lightly oil it. Cook the patties for 6 to 7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Cover the skillet with a lid during cooking to retain moisture and enhance juiciness.
- Melt Cheese: Place a slice of cheddar cheese on each cooked patty. Add a small amount of water to the pan and cover with a lid to create steam, which helps the cheese melt quickly and evenly.
- Toast Buns and Assemble: Toast the brioche buns until golden. Serve each patty on a toasted bun topped with lettuce, tomato slices, and a drizzle of ranch dressing.
Notes
- Wetting your hands before shaping the patties makes the process easier and prevents sticking.
- Using a lid while cooking helps keep the chicken patties moist and juicy.
- Adding water to the pan and covering it speeds up cheese melting with steam.
- Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F for safety.
- Customize the toppings with your favorite burger additions like pickles or onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 160mg