Low Sodium Spicy Chicken Burger

Craving a bold and flavorful burger without the extra salt? This Low Sodium Spicy Chicken Burger is your perfect solution! Made with lean ground chicken and infused with an irresistible blend of smoked paprika, cayenne, and garlic, these patties deliver all the heat and none of the guilt. The recipe swaps traditional sodium-heavy seasonings for aromatic spices and a tangy Greek yogurt-sriracha sauce, keeping the flavor high and the salt content minimal. Nestled in whole wheat buns with fresh arugula, sliced tomato, and a dash of lime juice for brightness, these burgers are as wholesome as they are satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts, this heart-healthy option is ready in just 30 minutes and promises to become a family favorite. Serve it up and spice up your mealtime without missing the salt!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground chicken (preferably lean)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional for extra heat)
• 0.25 cup Unsalted plain breadcrumbs
• 1 unit Egg (large)
• 2 tablespoons Avocado oil (or olive oil)
• 4 units Whole wheat burger buns (low sodium if available)
• 1 cup Arugula or spinach
• 1 unit Sliced tomato
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt (unsalted), for topping
• 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce (low sodium, or use sparingly for heat)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh lime juice

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (optional).

Step 2

Add the breadcrumbs and the egg to the mixture, and mix gently but thoroughly with your hands until everything is evenly combined.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 4 equal parts and shape them into burger patties approximately 1/2-inch thick. Make a small dimple in the center of each patty to prevent puffing while cooking.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat and add the avocado oil. Once the oil is hot, place the chicken patties onto the skillet, and cook for 6–7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 5

While the patties are cooking, prepare the sauce by mixing the Greek yogurt, sriracha sauce, and lime juice in a small bowl. Adjust the heat of the sauce to your taste by adding more or less sriracha.

Step 6

Lightly toast the whole wheat burger buns in a dry skillet or toaster, if desired.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers by spreading a small amount of the yogurt-sriracha sauce on the bottom bun. Layer with a cooked chicken patty, arugula or spinach, a slice of tomato, and more sauce if desired. Top with the upper bun.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your low sodium spicy chicken burger!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(790.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1278.8

Total Fat 75.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 574.6mg	0%
Sodium 472.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 9.8g
Protein 110.1g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 243.4mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 1646.0mg	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: 53.8%

Protein: 34.7%

Carbs: 11.5%