Mediterranean Diet Friendly Garlic Herb Chicken Burgers with Lemon

Total time30 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time15 min

Mediterranean Diet Friendly Garlic Herb Chicken Burgers with Lemon

Juicy chicken patties get their flavor from a generous mix of garlic, fresh parsley, chives, and thyme, brightened with lemon zest and a touch of Dijon mustard before they're seared in olive oil until deeply golden on each side. That quick sear locks in a savory crust while keeping the inside tender, and a bright, garlicky lemon aioli gets spread right onto the toasted buns for a citrusy finish in every bite. Crisp butter lettuce and a slice of ripe tomato add fresh crunch, and a lemon wedge on the side lets you add even more brightness at the table. The whole thing leans on herbs, citrus, and good olive oil rather than heavy sauces, which makes it a natural fit for a Mediterranean-style plate. It's an easy weeknight burger that still feels bright, fresh, and full of flavor.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the patties

1 lb ground chicken
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp dijon mustard
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½ tsp kosher salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil

For the lemon aioli

⅓ cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
1 small clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
salt and pepper, to taste

For serving

4 burger buns, split and toasted
Chef's tip
Whole-grain buns are denser, so the texture will be heartier.
4 leaves butter lettuce
4 slices tomato
lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, minced garlic, parsley, chives, thyme, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix with your hands or a fork until just combined — do not overwork the mixture, or the patties will be dense.
2
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4 inch thick. Press a shallow dimple into the center of each patty with your thumb to help them cook evenly without puffing.

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