Fully Loaded Cajun Chicken Burgers
Spice up your burger night with these Fully Loaded Cajun Chicken Burgers! Packed with bold Cajun flavors, these juicy chicken patties are seasoned with a zesty blend of spices, including paprika and garlic powder, and held together with breadcrumbs and a touch of egg for the perfect texture. Each patty is pan-seared to golden perfection, topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese, and nestled in a toasted bun layered with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, tangy pickles, and creamy mayonnaise. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser for family dinners or casual get-togethers. Perfectly customizable and bursting with flavor, these Cajun-style burgers redefine comfort food with a spicy kick!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground chicken
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 60 grams Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 4 pieces Burger buns
- 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
- 4 pieces Tomato slices
- 4 pieces Cheddar cheese slices
- 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 8 pieces Pickles
- 4 pieces Red onion slices
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, breadcrumbs, and the egg. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Step 2
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about 1.5 cm thick.
Step 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat.
Step 4
Cook the chicken patties for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
Step 5
During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty to melt.
Step 6
Lightly toast the burger buns on the same pan or in a toaster, if desired.
Step 7
Assemble the burgers: Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun. Add a lettuce leaf, a cooked chicken patty with melted cheese, a tomato slice, red onion slices, and 2 pickle slices. Top with the other half of the bun.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy your Fully Loaded Cajun Chicken Burgers!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1158.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2685.6 |
| Total Fat 161.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 45.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 18.8g | |
| Cholesterol 803.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8232.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 163.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.5g | |
| Protein 156.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1169.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3366.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories