Description
Savor mouth-watering cheddar ranch chicken burger magic with a zesty twist of homemade goodness. Crispy chicken, melted cheese, and tangy ranch sauce combine for an irresistible meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Burger Patties:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) ground chicken
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) plain bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) finely shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 ounce (28 grams) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 egg
- 3 garlic cloves, smashed and minced
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) finely diced onion
Burger Assembly Ingredients:
- Buns
- Bacon
- Lettuce
- Tomatoes
- Ranch dressing
Optional Additional Ingredients:
- Additional vegetables
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, amalgamate ground chicken with egg, bread crumbs, ranch seasoning, garlic, onion, and cheddar cheese, ensuring thorough and uniform integration of all components.
- Transfer the protein mixture onto a parchment-lined surface, carefully crafting symmetrical patties with consistent thickness to guarantee even heat distribution during cooking.
- Heat a skillet over medium flame, lightly coating the surface with cooking oil to prevent adherence and promote caramelization.
- Gently place prepared patties into the heated pan, allowing each side to sear for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), indicating complete protein doneness.
- While patties cook, toast burger buns to enhance textural contrast and develop subtle crispy edges.
- Layer cooked chicken patties onto toasted buns, strategically positioning crisp bacon strips as a foundational protein element.
- Embellish each burger with fresh lettuce leaves, ripe tomato slices, and a generous cascade of tangy ranch dressing to elevate flavor complexity.
- Serve immediately to maintain optimal temperature and textural integrity, presenting a harmonious blend of savory chicken, creamy cheese, and zesty ranch elements.
Notes
- Ensure ground chicken is chilled before mixing to help patties hold together better and prevent crumbling during cooking.
- Avoid overmixing the burger mixture, which can make the patties tough and dense; gently combine ingredients just until incorporated.
- Use a meat thermometer to accurately check chicken’s internal temperature, guaranteeing safe and perfectly cooked patties every time.
- For gluten-free version, substitute breadcrumbs with crushed gluten-free crackers or almond flour to maintain patty’s binding and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 505 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg