Description
Indulge in the bold flavors of the Spicy Chipotle Chicken Burger, a zesty twist on a classic dish that’s perfect for summer cookouts or cozy family dinners. This burger features ground chicken infused with fiery chipotle peppers and spices, delivering a satisfying kick in every bite. Paired with customizable toppings and a creamy chipotle aioli, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Whether you’re grilling up a feast or whipping up a quick weeknight dinner, this easy-to-make burger offers versatility and flavor that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from the chipotle can)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or panko for extra crunch)
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- 4 burger buns, toasted
- 4 slices of pepper jack cheese (optional, for extra heat)
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced red onions
- Pickled jalapeños (optional, for extra spice)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, lime juice, breadcrumbs, and egg.
- Form the mixture into four patties slightly larger than your buns.
- Cook on a preheated grill or skillet for 5-6 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- For the aioli, mix mayonnaise with chopped chipotle pepper, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt.
- Assemble your burger on toasted buns with aioli and desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger patty (170g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Chill the patties for 30 minutes before cooking to help them retain their shape. Adjust the spice level by varying the number of chipotle peppers used.