Can I make the patties ahead of time?

Absolutely! Shape the patties and refrigerate (covered) for up to 24 hours before cooking.

How do I store leftovers?

Keep cooked patties in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the oven for best results.

Can I use ground turkey instead of chicken?

Yes, but turkey tends to be leaner, so add a splash of olive oil to keep it juicy.

Spicy Chipotle Chicken Burger - Chicken magic recipes

Description

This Spicy Chipotle Chicken Burger is juicy, smoky, and packed with flavor. Topped with creamy chipotle mayo, fresh veggies, and melty cheese, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Patties:

1 lb ground chicken
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
2 tbsp adobo sauce
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp lime juice
1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or panko)
1 egg

For the Chipotle Mayo:

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped
1 tbsp lime juice
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt to taste

For Assembling:

4 toasted burger buns
4 slices pepper jack cheese (optional)
Lettuce leaves
Sliced tomatoes
Sliced red onions
Pickled jalapeños (optional)

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Instructions

Make Patties: In a bowl, mix ground chicken, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, spices, lime juice, breadcrumbs, and egg until well combined.
Shape Patties: Divide into 4 equal portions, shape into patties, and press a small indentation in the center.
Cook Patties:
- Grill: Preheat to medium-high and oil the grates. Grill 5 minutes per side until 165°F inside.
- Stovetop: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook 5–6 minutes per side.
- Add cheese in the last minute of cooking if desired.
Make Chipotle Mayo: Mix mayo, chipotle pepper, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl.
Assemble Burgers: Spread chipotle mayo on buns, layer lettuce, patty, tomato, onion, and jalapeños.
Serve: Enjoy immediately with fries or a fresh salad.

Notes

Use panko for extra crunch.
For less spice, remove seeds from chipotle peppers or skip jalapeños.
Patties can be shaped ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Grilling or Pan Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 burger
Calories: 480 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 780 mg
Fat: 24 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 31 g
Cholesterol: 135 mg