Cilantro Lime Ground Chicken Burgers
These cilantro lime chicken burgers are juicy, flavorful, and made with ground chicken. Shredded yellow onion keeps the patties moist without any egg or breadcrumbs. Ready in 15 minutes. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and low-carb.
Ingredients
Ground Chicken Burgers:
- 1 lb ground chicken, 93% lean
- ¼ cup yellow onion, shredded on a box grater
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- ½ teaspoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ to 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Optional Toppings:
- 1 batch guacamole
- Tomato, red onion, lettuce, cheese
Instructions
- Grate the onion: Add the ground chicken to a large mixing bowl. Shred the yellow onion on a box grater directly over the chicken.
- Season: Add the cilantro, lime juice, lime zest, garlic powder, red chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Form the patties: Gently mix with your hands until just combined, then form 4 equal-sized patties. Do not overmix.
- Stovetop: Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan to medium with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Cook 6 to 7 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Grill: Heat the grill to medium-high, 375 to 400°F, and grease the grates. Cook covered for 5 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Air fryer: Cook at 360°F for 11 to 13 minutes, flipping halfway, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Assemble: Serve on a toasted bun with guacamole, tomato, lettuce, red onion, or toppings of your choice.
Notes
Ground Chicken: I use 93% lean. Ground turkey works as a one-to-one swap.
Yellow Onion: Grate it, do not chop it. The chunks make the patties fall apart.
Storing: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freezing: Freeze cooked or raw patties for up to 3 months.
Reheating: Air fryer at 350°F for 3 to 4 minutes, or oven at 350°F for 5 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition: The nutrition information is for the burger patty only and does not include a bun or toppings.
Nutrition
Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 659mg | Potassium: 639mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 219IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg
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