Name: Mexican Chicken Burger
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1/3 cup mayo; 1/4 cup pickled jalapenos, drained & diced, plus 1/4 cup extra; 1 teaspoon honey; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 large egg; 1 1/2 lbs ground chicken (750g chicken mince); 1/2 cup finely crushed tortilla chips; 2 tablespoons salsa, optional; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 6 slices pepper jack cheese; 6 buns, sliced in half & buttered; 6 lettuce leaves; 6 slices red onion, separated into rings; 1 to 2 avocados, sliced; salsa (to serve)

In full disclosure, I’m not suggesting this Mexican Chicken Burger is authentically Mexican, but rather I’m using the name to incite an image of textures & flavors of not only how good this burger is, but how the vibrant, fresh flavors of Mexico inspired me to create this recipe. So if you’re a lover of Mexican food – as so many of us are – then it’s clear what to expect.

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Crushed tortilla chips are used in the patties to not only help bind the mixture but to add another level of flavor so don’t omit them or use breadcrumbs – use tortilla chips as specified.

Pair this delicious burger with Chipotle Lime Potato Salad, Pineapple Slaw & Jalapeno Pineapple Margaritas. This burger is loaded with flavor – pickled jalapenos (we love the Mezzetta brand of hot sliced jalapenos) avocado, chili, cilantro, pepper jack cheese & a creamy jalapeno sauce to accompany it. Lots of those wonderful Mexican flavors we know & love.

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Mexican Chicken Burger

Make the patties & the jalapeno mayo mixture a day ahead to save time on the day of serving. The crushed tortilla chips in the patties not only help the patties together but the chips also add a wonderful flavor.

Prep Time20 mins

Cook Time12 mins

Total Time32 mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Servings: 6

Author: Lovoni

Ingredients

1/3 cup mayo
1/4 cup pickled jalapenos, drained & diced, plus 1/4 cup extra
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 garlic clove, minced
1 large egg
1 1/2 lbs ground chicken 750g chicken mince
1/2 cup finely crushed tortilla chips
2 tablespoons salsa, optional
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
6 slices pepper jack cheese
6 buns, sliced in half & buttered
6 lettuce leaves
6 slices red onion, separated into rings
1 to 2 avocados, sliced
salsa to serve

Instructions

Combine mayo, diced jalapeno, honey, paprika & fresh garlic together in a small bowl. Set aside in the fridge, covered, until ready to use.
Lightly beat the egg in a medium bowl. Add chicken, crushed tortillas, salsa, cilantro, chili powder & garlic powder together in a medium bowl. Shape the mixture into 6 patties – a little bigger than the buns you bought (the patties will shrink as they cook). Preheat the grill to medium-high. Cook the patties on greased grill for 4 to 5 minutes each side until grill marks appear & patties are thoroughly cooked.
Place a slice of cheese on each patty & toast the buns for 1 to 2 minutes or until nicely grilled. Spread the mayo mixture on the bottom halves of the buns. Add lettuce, patties, onion, avocado, remaining jalapeno slices & salsa. Spread bun tops with any remaining mayo mixture & place on burgers