BBQ Chicken Burgers

By CruelK8E

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground chicken breast
• 1/4 cup finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup BBQ sauce – use homemade or your favorite!
• 4 whole wheat buns
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• BBQ sauce for topping
• Gouda cheese for topping

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from howsweeteats.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine chicken, BBQ sauce, paprika, onion and garlic powder, salt, pepper and cheddar cheese. Mix until just combined, then form 4 patties. Preheat the grill or a skillet and cook the burgers until fully cooked through. I used a skillet and cooked mine about 8 minutes per side – they were juicy and not dried out, but cooked thoroughly.

While burgers are cooking, heat a skillet on medium heat and add olive oil. Add sliced onions with a pinch of salt and saute until caramelized, about 10 minutes.

When burgers are ready, top with gouda (or more cheddar), onions, BBQ sauce and fresh romaine. I also toast the buns!