Nitrate & Nitrite Free Garlic Herb Chicken Burgers with Lemon
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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
- 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
- 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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