Description
A juicy, grilled chicken burger infused with Caesar dressing, Parmesan, and lemon, featuring a perfect charred crust and topped with romaine lettuce and croutons for a light yet satisfying summer meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (ground or finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large lemon (juice and zest)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for grilling)
- 1 head romaine lettuce, washed and dried
- 1/2 cup sturdy croutons
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- Sea salt for seasoning
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, Caesar dressing, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, lemon juice, egg, and panko breadcrumbs. Mix gently to avoid toughening the meat.
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape into patties about 3/4 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb.
- Place patties on a plate and refrigerate for 15 minutes to help them firm up.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F/200°C). Brush grill grates with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill patties for 6 minutes without moving them to form a crust. Flip carefully and grill for another 6-7 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While chicken grills, chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
- Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 2 minutes.
- Assemble burgers by placing the patty on a bun or lettuce wrap, topping with chopped romaine, extra Caesar dressing, and croutons.
Notes
Do not press down on the patties while grilling to retain juices. Ensure the grill is hot before adding chicken for a proper sear. If using a pan, use a cast-iron skillet and ensure it is smoking hot. For gluten-free options, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond flour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger with toppin
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 30
Keywords: grilled chicken burger, caesar salad burger, summer grilling, healthy chicken recipes, quick weeknight dinners, high protein meals