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Unbeatable Chicken Burgers

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Time: 45 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

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That's right, not even beef burgers can challenge the taste of Unbeatable Chicken Burgers! How could they when each savory bite of these chicken burgers isn't just loaded with juicy chicken flavor but with fragrant garlic and smoky paprika, pan-fried to a crispy, golden brown? Loaded up with crunchy, creamy coleslaw and spicy jalapeños, and served on buttery brioche, Unbeatable Chicken Burgers capture that captivating burger quality while also feeling high-class. You just can't beat a bit of this!

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds of ground chicken
  • 3/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • 3 scallions, minced
  • kosher salt, to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 slices cheddar
  • 4 leaves of butterhead lettuce
  • 2 cups coleslaw
  • 1 avocado, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
  • 4 brioche burger buns, split and lightly toasted

Directions

Step 1 -In a large bowl, combine the chicken, paprika, garlic, scallions, salt, and pepper.

Step 2 -Divide the mixture into 4 patties.

Step 3 -In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil.

Step 4 -Add the chicken patties to the oil and cook, flipping once, until golden and the patties are cooked through to 165 degrees F, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 5 -Top the patties with the cheddar, covering the skillet and cooking until melted, about 2 minutes.

Step 6 -Transfer the patties to a plate.

Step 7 -Stack the lettuce, coleslaw, chicken burgers, avocado, red onion, jalapeño, and more of the coleslaw on the bottoms of the brioche buns.

Step 8 -Close the sandwiches with the top buns and serve.

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