These sweet and tangy chicken burgers are packed with flavor, easy to make, and guaranteed to impress even the pickiest eater. Sautéed onions and a dollop of yogurt keep the lean chicken patties juicy, while a fragrant blend of pantry spices brings them to life. To top it all off, a drizzle of pomegranate molasses (a Middle Eastern kitchen staple) adds a hint of sweet tang that takes these patties from everyday to unforgettable.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
- 1 pound ground lean chicken
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 3 tablespoons pomegranate molasses, for brushing
- 1 tomato, thinly sliced
- 4 whole wheat buns, toasted
- 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- Lettuce for garnish
Directions
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Then, add the onion, cinnamon, coriander, red pepper flakes, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and a few grinds of black pepper. Cook until the onions are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and parsley and cook until fragrant, about 1 more minute.
Step 2
After that, transfer the mixture to a large bowl and let it cool slightly. Stir in the chicken and yogurt until the onions are evenly distributed. Then, season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and more pepper to taste. Once properly seasoned, shape into four patties, about ½ inch thick each.
Step 3
Finally, it’s time to cook. Cook the patties in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Check with an instant thermometer, when the internal temperature reads 165–170°F, you’re good.
Step 4
After that, brush each burger with pomegranate molasses and let them rest for 5 minutes. When it’s time to eat, serve on toasted buns with your favorite toppings and enjoy a juicy, fragrant, slightly sweet twist on a classic chicken burger.
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