Heart-Healthy Grilled Chicken Burger
Elevate your burger game with this Heart-Healthy Grilled Chicken Burger, a flavorful yet nutritious option perfect for a balanced meal. Juicy, perfectly seasoned grilled chicken breasts take center stage, complemented by the crunch of fresh arugula, creamy sliced avocado, and the zing of a tangy yogurt-lemon-Dijon sauce. Served on whole grain buns, these burgers are a nod to wholesome eating without compromising on taste. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is low in saturated fat thanks to lean chicken and olive oil, making it ideal for those mindful of heart health. Whether you're firing up the grill for a summer cookout or a weeknight dinner, these juicy grilled burgers will impress with both flavor and simplicity.
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces (about 6 ounces each) skinless boneless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 pieces whole grain burger buns
- 1 cup fresh arugula
- 1 half sliced avocado
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 0.25 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix together the extra virgin olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, ground black pepper, and salt.
Step 3
Place the chicken breasts on a clean cutting board and brush the olive oil seasoning mix evenly over both sides of each piece.
Step 4
Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Close the lid and grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (73.9°C).
Step 5
While the chicken is grilling, toast the whole grain burger buns on the grill for about 1-2 minutes until slightly crispy.
Step 6
Prepare the yogurt sauce by mixing the low-fat Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl. Set aside.
Step 7
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
Step 8
Assemble the burgers by spreading a tablespoon of the yogurt sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Layer with fresh arugula, a piece of grilled chicken, sliced avocado, tomato slices, and red onion.
Step 9
Top with the other half of the toasted bun and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (838.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1459.4 |
| Total Fat 63.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 344.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1644.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 103.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.0g | |
| Protein 129.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 21.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 283.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1899.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories