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Chili Lime Chicken Burgers

Chili Lime Chicken Burgers: Juicy, Zesty, and Keto-Friendly!

Enjoy these Chili Lime Chicken Burgers that are juicy, zesty, and perfect for keto diets.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Burger Patties
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Using ground dark meat adds more flavor and moisture.
  • 3 stalks Green Onion Adds freshness and mild onion flavor.
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper Any color for variety.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Can be omitted if not preferred.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic preferred.
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Fresh lime juice for best taste.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Adjust quantity to taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Modify to preference or omit.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For cooking patties.
For Serving
  • 4 cups Mixed Greens Any leafy greens work.
  • 1 fruit Avocado Optional but enhances the dish.
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Optional replacement with other veggies.
  • 1 tbsp Lime For garnish.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro For garnish.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine the ground chicken, green onions, bell pepper, cilantro, garlic, salt, red pepper flakes, and lime juice in a large bowl. Mix gently.
  2. Wet hands and shape the mixture into four equal patties, about ¾-inch thick.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Make sure it's shimmering.
  4. Cook the patties for 2.5 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  5. Toss mixed greens with olive oil, lime juice, and salt. Set aside.
  6. Serve the burgers on mixed greens and top with avocado, tomatoes, cilantro, and additional lime juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For juicy burgers, use ground dark meat chicken and avoid over-handling the meat when mixing.

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