Description
These Spicy Chicken Burgers are packed with flavor and heat, perfect for those who love a little kick in their meals. The juicy chicken patties are seasoned with a blend of spices and hot sauce, then cooked to perfection. Top them with a zesty Chipotle Aioli and your favorite fixings for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken Burgers:
- 1 lb lean ground chicken or ground turkey
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2–3 Tbsp Franks Red Hot Sauce or any hot sauce
Chipotle Aioli:
- 1/3 cup mayo
- 3 Tbsp fresh lemon, squeezed
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 tsp chipotle powder
- 1–2 tsp Franks Red Hot Sauce or any hot sauce of choice
Optional Toppings:
- sesame seed buns
- fresh sliced tomatoes
- spicy pickles
- red onion slices
- lettuce
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, hot sauce, minced garlic, oil, and seasonings. Mix well. Form into burger patties.
- Cooking Method:
- Air Fryer: Cook at 370°F for 12-14 minutes.
- Grill: Preheat to medium-high and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prepare Chipotle Aioli: Mix mayo, lemon juice, chili powder, chipotle powder, and hot sauce.
- Assemble: Serve burgers on buns with desired toppings and a drizzle of Chipotle Aioli.
Notes
- Adjust the level of cayenne pepper and hot sauce to suit your spice preference.
- Feel free to customize toppings to your liking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
