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Chicken Burgers with Feta and Sun-Dried Tomato are one of my favorite recipes to throw on the grill or cook on the stovetop. The Mediterranean flavor combo of this chicken patty recipe is out of this world. I’ve added fresh basil, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta to the burger mix to create the most flavorful and juicy chicken burger. I like to top mine with a homemade basil mayo for even more tang. Quick and easy to prepare, these burgers are the ideal weeknight meal alternative.
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“We love these. I make them again and again. Thanks for the recipe!” – Sasha
The Best Mediterranean Chicken Burger
I find chicken burgers are a great, healthy alternative to beef burgers when I’m looking for something a little lighter, and there’s really no compromise because they taste just as good. I add fresh basil, sun-dried tomatoes, and a touch of crumbled feta to the ground chicken mixture and then cook the burgers in the aromatic sun-dried tomato oil. Then, to add even more flavor, I’ll prepare a homemade basil mayo that I slather on the toasted buns with all my other favorite burger toppings for a delicious burger that just can’t be beat.
With just a few minutes needed to prepare and a few more minutes to cook, this burger recipe is one of my go-tos when I need a quick dinner option. I have to admit this recipe makes an appearance quite a few times a month and never disappoints. Sometimes, I’ll prep a double batch and throw half in the freezer, so I’m prepared for those busy weeknights when I just need to get something on the table fast.
Tips for Beginners
- Use ground chicken. Do not use ground chicken breasts; use ground chicken, or even ground turkey would work well. Ground chicken breasts may result in drier burgers.
- Don’t overmix the ground chicken mixture. Mix until the ingredients are just combined, or you could end up with tough burgers.
- Make a small indentation in the middle. Once you place the burgers on the grill, use your finger to make a small indentation in the middle. This will help ensure the patty stays flat and doesn’t puff up in the middle.
Chicken Burger With Feta and Sun-dried Tomato
Ingredients
For the Burgers:
- 1 lb. ground chicken or turkey
- 2 oz. crumbled feta cheese
- ⅓ cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes chopped and drained, with oil reserved
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
- ¾ tsp kosher
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 1-2 tbsp oil from the sun-dried tomatoes
- 4 pretzel buns insides lightly toasted
For the Basil Mayonnaise:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp basil pesto homemade or store-bought
- 2 tbsp sour cream
Burger Toppings/Garnishes:
- spinach or lettuce leaves
- sliced fresh tomatoes
- red onion slices
- avocado slices
Instructions
For the Burgers:
- In a large mixing bowl, mix ground chicken, feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until ingredients are just combined. Divide into 4 equal portions and pat each portion into a 1-inch-thick burger.1 lb. ground chicken or turkey, 2 oz. crumbled feta cheese, ⅓ cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil, ¾ tsp kosher, ½ tsp ground black pepper
- Heat the skillet over medium heat and add 1-2 tbsp reserved oil from the tomatoes. Heat the oil until it shimmers and set the burgers in the skillet. Cook until lightly seared on the first side, 4 minutes. Flip the burgers and continue cooking until the opposite side has a nice light sear, an additional 3-4 minutes. Flip the burgers over (again) and partially cover the skillet. Reduce the heat to low and cook until the burgers are cooked through and register 165°F when tested with a meat thermometer.1-2 tbsp oil from the sun-dried tomatoes
- While the burgers cook, mix the mayonnaise ingredients together, in a medium mixing bowl, and set aside.¼ cup mayonnaise, 3 tbsp basil pesto, 2 tbsp sour cream
- To serve, spread a thin layer of the basil mayonnaise on the inside of both halves of the buns. Place the burger on the bottom bun and top with burger garnishes of your choice. Enjoy!4 pretzel buns, spinach or lettuce leaves, sliced fresh tomatoes, red onion slices, avocado slices
Becky’s Tips
- Ground chicken or turkey will give you the most moist burger.
- To avoid tough burgers, mix the ground chicken mixture just until combined.
- Use your finger to make a small indentation in the middle of the burger to prevent it from puffing up.
- Store leftovers for up to 4 days.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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How to Store
Store leftover burgers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freeze
Flash freeze burgers on a cookie sheet, and once frozen, wrap and store in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
Reheat
Reheat thawed burgers in a warm oven until heated through.
The Best Sides for Chicken Burgers
There’s nothing I like serving more with these burgers than homemade onion rings or these fun animal-style fries. The crispiness of the fries is perfectly paired with the juicy burger. On the side, I like to serve something green like air fryer broccoli or grilled asparagus. These burgers make the perfect weeknight meal as they come together in less than 30 minutes and make just the right size batch to feed my family of four.
More Chicken Sandwich Recipes To Try
- This Crispy Chicken Sandwich features seasoned and floured chicken breasts that I fry up and put on a bun with my favorite toppings.
- For this Grilled Chicken Sandwich, I take tender chicken breasts and coat them in a smoky seasoning blend and grill them until lightly charred around the edges.
- I prepare this Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich so it’s full of juicy chicken, crispy bacon, creamy cheese, and tangy ranch dressing.
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We love these. I make them again and again. Thanks for the recipe!
Thanks for stopping by, Sasha!
These were AWESOME
HOORAY!
Wow wow very interesting..
these were great ! We loved them – followed the recipe . Turned out yummy . I will make these again
SO happy to hear that :) :)
We loved these Chicken Burgers! Only Change I made was I used turkey instead of chicken. like you said, the pesto mayo is a must for the burgers and for dipping those amazing fires. So flavorful and delicious! Thanks for a keeper recipe!
AWESOME! I want to make them with turkey next time. I love turkey burgers. So glad you gave it a try and you’re clearly my people if you love that mayo!