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Greek Chicken Burgers

Juicy ground chicken burgers with feta cheese, spinach, and Mediterranean flavors, topped with tzatziki sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh baby spinach chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
  • 4 burger buns or pita pockets
  • Sliced cucumbers, tomato, red onion, and Tzatziki sauce for topping

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Large non-stick skillet or grill pan
  • Instant read thermometer

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, crumbled feta, diced red onion, chopped spinach, minced garlic, oregano, and lemon zest. Season with a small pinch of salt (the feta is already salty) and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
  2. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties about 3/4-inch thick. Make a small indent in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent doming.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes until hot.
  4. Place patties in the pan without touching each other. Cook undisturbed for 5 to 6 minutes until edges turn opaque. Flip carefully and cook another 5 to 6 minutes on the second side. Avoid pressing down on the patties.
  5. Check that internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F) using an instant-read thermometer. Patties should feel firm and juices should run clear.
  6. Lightly toast buns or pitas while burgers rest for 1 to 2 minutes. Place each burger on the bottom bun and top with cucumber slices, tomato, red onion, and tzatziki sauce. Serve immediately.

Notes

Storage: Cooked burgers keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Reheat in microwave for 45-60 seconds or in a skillet over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes per side. Freezing: Freeze cooked or raw patties for up to 3 months. Place on a baking sheet to freeze solid, then transfer to freezer bags with parchment between patties. Thaw overnight before reheating. Make-ahead: Form raw patties up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate covered. Substitutions: Ground turkey works well in place of chicken. Goat cheese can substitute for feta. Use large lettuce leaves instead of buns for low-carb option. Grilling: Cook on preheated medium-heat grill for 5-6 minutes per side.