Description
A quick and easy recipe for Cheddar Ranch Chicken Burgers. Packed with juicy ground chicken, sharp cheddar, and creamy ranch dressing for a flavor explosion!
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground chicken
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 burger buns (brioche or your favorite type)
- Toppings: Lettuce leaves, tomato slices, onion rings
- Optional: Additional ranch dressing for drizzling
Instructions
Instructions:
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to combine.
- Shape Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Cook Patties: Preheat a skillet or grill over medium heat. Lightly oil the surface and cook the patties for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (165°F/74°C internal temperature).
- Toast Buns: Optionally, toast the burger buns for a golden, crispy texture.
- Assemble Burgers: Place the cooked patty on the bun, layer with lettuce, tomato, and onion. Drizzle with ranch dressing, if desired. Top with the other half of the bun.
- Serve: Enjoy your burgers hot, with your favorite side dishes!
Notes
Notes:
- Substitutions: Use ground turkey instead of chicken or gluten-free breadcrumbs for a GF version.
- Add-Ons: Diced jalapeños, bacon bits, or fresh herbs for an extra kick.
- Storage: Refrigerate cooked patties for up to 3 days or freeze uncooked patties for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg