Description

Juicy Chicken Burgers with Feta Cheese & Spinach packed with garlic, herbs, and creamy feta, topped with cool tzatziki and fresh veggies. A Greek-inspired burger that’s perfect for weeknights or summer grilling.

Ingredients

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For the Feta Cheese Spread:

2 ounces feta cheese
4 ounces cream cheese
1 large garlic clove, minced
¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup Greek yogurt (2%)

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

2 large garlic cloves, minced
¼ cup English cucumber, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt
Dash freshly ground pepper

For the Burgers:

10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and thoroughly squeezed dry
1 pound ground chicken (93% lean)
4 ounces feta cheese, finely crumbled
¼ cup almond meal or breadcrumbs
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano

For Serving:

4 brioche buns
1 large tomato, sliced
Green leaf lettuce
English cucumber, thinly sliced
Red onion, thinly sliced

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Instructions

1. Make the Feta Spread
Add all feta spread ingredients to a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds and stir. If needed, heat an additional 15–30 seconds until smooth. Stir until creamy.

2. Prepare the Tzatziki
Mix all tzatziki ingredients in a bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

3. Prepare the Spinach
Thaw spinach, cool slightly, and squeeze out ALL excess liquid.

4. Make the Patties
In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, spinach, feta, almond meal (or breadcrumbs), onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix until combined. Form into 4 equal patties.

5. Grill the Burgers
Preheat grill to 450°F. Spray patties lightly with cooking spray. Grill 5 minutes on the first side. Flip and grill 3–5 more minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

6. Assemble
Spread feta mixture on buns. Add burger, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and red onion. Top with tzatziki and serve.

Notes

Spinach must be squeezed very dry to prevent soggy burgers.
Burgers can be cooked on a grill pan or skillet if needed.
Patties freeze well before cooking for up to 3 months.
For low-carb option, serve in lettuce wraps or over a salad.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Mediterranean / Greek-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 burger
Calories: 520 kcal
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 820 mg
Fat: 28 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 32 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 38 g
Cholesterol: 135 mg