Heart-Healthy Chicken Cheese Burger

Elevate your burger night with this flavorful and nutritious Heart-Healthy Chicken Cheese Burger, a guilt-free way to satisfy your cravings! Made with lean ground chicken breast and seasoned with fragrant garlic and onion powders, these tender patties are topped with melted low-fat mozzarella for a cheesy indulgence without the unnecessary fats. Nestled in wholesome whole wheat buns and layered with fresh baby spinach, juicy tomato slices, creamy avocado, and crisp red onion, this burger delivers a delightful medley of textures and flavors. A tangy Greek yogurt and lemon sauce adds an extra zesty touch, making this recipe a protein-packed and veggie-forward meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, this healthy chicken burger is perfect for weeknight dinners or a backyard barbecue, providing a delicious balance of nourishment and indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Lean ground chicken breast
• 0.5 cup Low-fat shredded mozzarella cheese
• 4 pieces Whole wheat burger buns
• 1 cup Baby spinach leaves
• 1 large Tomato
• 1 medium Avocado
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Low-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the grill or a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 3

Divide the chicken mixture into four equal parts and shape into patties about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 4

Lightly brush the pan or grill with olive oil. Cook the patties for approximately 6-7 minutes on each side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and they are no longer pink inside.

Step 5

While the patties are cooking, slice the tomato and red onion and set aside. Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and slice.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt and lemon juice to create a tangy sauce.

Step 7

Once the patties are cooked, sprinkle 2 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of each patty. Cover the pan or close the grill lid for 1-2 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.

Step 8

Toast the whole wheat burger buns lightly on the grill until golden brown.

Step 9

To assemble the burgers, spread a spoonful of the yogurt-lemon sauce on the bottom bun, then layer with baby spinach leaves, a chicken patty, slices of tomato, avocado, and red onion. Top with the other half of the bun.

Step 10

Serve the burgers immediately while hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1374.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2022.0

Total Fat 76.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 387.7mg	0%
Sodium 5059.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 160.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.2g	0%
Total Sugars 41.6g
Protein 193.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1465.5mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 3252.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.7%

Protein: 36.8%

Carbs: 30.6%