Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chicken Fajita Burgers, a fun and delicious twist on classic burgers. These juicy chicken patties are seasoned with zesty fajita spices and topped with sautéed peppers and onions, making them perfect for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare, this recipe combines comfort food with a burst of taste that your whole family will love. Customize your burgers with various toppings like guacamole or fresh cilantro for an added kick. Get ready for a flavorful meal that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (Cholula recommended)
- 2 bell peppers, your choice of colors
- 1 sweet onion
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 sandwich buns, buttered and grilled
- 1/4 cup homemade guacamole
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, Panko, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, cumin, and chili powder. Mix well.
- Shape the mixture into four patties.
- Cook patties on a grill or skillet over medium heat for about 10 minutes total or until they reach 165°F internally.
- Sauté sliced bell peppers and onions in butter with seasoning until tender.
- Assemble burgers on toasted buns with guacamole and sautéed veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approx. 160g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg