Spicy Chicken Burger

Turn up the heat with this juicy Spicy Chicken Burger, a fiery twist on a comfort food classic. Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are coated in a bold blend of paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, then grilled to tender, smoky perfection. Topped with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, tangy pickles, and a creamy, zesty homemade spicy mayo, this burger packs layers of flavor in every bite. Nestled in toasted buns, it’s an easy-to-make recipe that’s ready in just 35 minutes and will satisfy your craving for something hearty and spicy. Whether for a casual weeknight dinner or a fun weekend cookout, this crowd-pleasing burger pairs beautifully with fries, coleslaw, or your favorite sides.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 pieces Burger buns
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 1 large Tomato
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 8 pieces Pickle slices

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat or a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine the paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Trim any excess fat from the chicken breast and cut it into four equal pieces, about 4 oz each.

Step 4

Flatten the pieces slightly with a meat mallet for even cooking.

Step 5

Coat the chicken pieces with olive oil, then evenly coat with the spice mixture.

Step 6

Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and are nicely charred.

Step 7

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sauce by mixing the mayonnaise and hot sauce in a small bowl until well combined.

Step 8

Slice the tomato and red onion into rings.

Step 9

Toast the burger buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster.

Step 10

To assemble the burgers, spread a generous amount of the spicy mayo on the bottom half of each bun.

Step 11

Place a piece of grilled chicken on top, followed by lettuce, a tomato slice, a few onion rings, and 2 pickle slices.

Step 12

Spread more spicy mayo on the top half of the bun and place it on top of the burger.

Step 13

Serve immediately with your choice of sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1127.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2352.1

Total Fat 135.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 507.7mg	0%
Sodium 7963.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 27.2g
Protein 143.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 295.3mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 2054.2mg	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: 52.2%

Protein: 24.5%

Carbs: 23.2%