Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground chicken
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 onion, finely diced
- 1–2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely diced
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- 3/4 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Vegetable or olive oil (for grilling)
- 8 slices of cheese (optional, American or white cheddar)
- 8 hamburger buns
- For the Roasted Garlic Mayo:
- 1 head of roasted garlic
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Guacamole:
- 2 large avocados
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the Roasted Garlic Mayo: In a small bowl, mix the roasted garlic and mayonnaise together until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, garlic, onion, jalapenos, paprika, salt, pepper, shredded pepper jack cheese, and cilantro. Gently mix together, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- Divide the chicken mixture into 8 equal portions and form into patties.
- Lightly coat a paper towel with vegetable oil and run it over the grill grate to prevent sticking.
- Grill the burgers covered, over direct heat, for about 8 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). In the last minute of grilling, add a slice of cheese to each patty if desired.
- Make the Guacamole: In a bowl, mash the avocados. Add lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper, and mix until combined.
- Toast the hamburger buns and assemble the burgers by spreading roasted garlic mayo on the buns, adding the grilled chicken patties, and topping with guacamole. Serve immediately.
Notes
- If you prefer a milder burger, reduce or omit the jalapenos.
- For extra flavor, add some pickled jalapenos or hot sauce to the guacamole.
- These burgers can be served with a side of fries, salad, or grilled vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 533 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
