Description
Experience a taste of Greece with these juicy Greek chicken burgers, bursting with flavors of garlic, lemon, and oregano. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe offers a delightful combination of crispy edges and tender meat. Customize with your favorite toppings for a fresh twist that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
- 4 burger buns or pita bread
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomatoes, feta cheese, tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Chop chicken breasts into small pieces and place in a food processor.
- Add garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Pulse until combined but textured.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and gently fold in panko breadcrumbs.
- Shape into patties about ¾ inch thick, placing them on parchment paper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Toast the buns if desired, then assemble with patties and preferred toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg