Description
Indulge in a culinary delight with these healthy chicken burgers featuring a zesty Caesar twist. Grilled to perfection, these juicy patties are topped with crisp romaine lettuce and a sprinkle of Parmesan, creating a mouthwatering experience that is both nutritious and satisfying. Perfect for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners, this recipe promises an explosion of flavors without the guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup low-fat Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup romaine lettuce (whole leaves)
- 4 whole wheat buns
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mince the chicken breasts in a food processor until finely chopped.
- In a bowl, combine minced chicken with garlic powder, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and half of the Caesar dressing. Mix well.
- Shape the mixture into patties, about 1-inch thick.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat and grill the patties for about 6-7 minutes per side or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Drizzle remaining Caesar dressing over each patty while hot to enhance flavor.
- Assemble burgers by placing grilled patties on whole wheat buns and topping with romaine lettuce and Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg