These juicy Chicken Burgers topped with a fresh and vibrant Avocado Corn Salsa are incredibly easy to make and bursting with flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual summer cookout, they’re sure to be a hit with the whole family!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
For the Chicken Burgers
- 1½ lbs ground chicken (thigh meat preferred for extra juiciness)
- 2 scallions, finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar, Gouda, or provolone)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Avocado Corn Salsa
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- 1 ear fresh corn, husked and silks removed
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- Juice of ½ lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Make the Chicken Burgers
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, shredded cheese, chopped scallions, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Using about ½ cup of the mixture for each, shape the chicken into round burger patties.
- Heat an outdoor grill or grill pan over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through and golden on the outside.
Prepare the Avocado Corn Salsa
- Carefully slice the kernels off the corn cob using a sharp knife.
- In a medium bowl, combine the corn kernels, sliced avocado, and chopped cilantro.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice, then season with salt and pepper. Gently toss to combine.
Serve
Top each cooked chicken burger with a generous spoonful of the avocado corn salsa and serve immediately.
Notes
- Feel free to grill the corn beforehand for a smoky twist.
- Serve the burgers on toasted buns or lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 342
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 96mg
- Sodium: 800mg
- Potassium: 229mg
- Sugar: 1g
- Vitamin A: 400 IU
- Calcium: 240mg
- Iron: 1.3mg
Chicken Burgers with Avocado Corn Salsa
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Description
These juicy Chicken Burgers topped with a fresh and vibrant Avocado Corn Salsa are incredibly easy to make and bursting with flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual summer cookout, they’re sure to be a hit with the whole family!
Ingredients
For the Chicken Burgers
-
1½ lbs ground chicken (thigh meat preferred for extra juiciness)
-
2 scallions, finely chopped
-
1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar, Gouda, or provolone)
-
¼ cup mayonnaise
-
½ teaspoon salt
-
½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Avocado Corn Salsa
-
1 large avocado, sliced
-
1 ear fresh corn, husked and silks removed
-
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
-
½ tablespoon olive oil
-
Juice of ½ lime
-
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Make the Chicken Burgers
-
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, shredded cheese, chopped scallions, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
-
Using about ½ cup of the mixture for each, shape the chicken into round burger patties.
-
Heat an outdoor grill or grill pan over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through and golden on the outside.
Prepare the Avocado Corn Salsa
-
Carefully slice the kernels off the corn cob using a sharp knife.
-
In a medium bowl, combine the corn kernels, sliced avocado, and chopped cilantro.
-
Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice, then season with salt and pepper. Gently toss to combine.
Serve
Top each cooked chicken burger with a generous spoonful of the avocado corn salsa and serve immediately.
Notes
-
Feel free to grill the corn beforehand for a smoky twist.
-
Serve the burgers on toasted buns or lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.