These chicken and feta burgers are juicy, flavorful, and packed with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients. Grill or pan-fry them for an easy, high-protein meal that pairs perfectly with fresh toppings like lettuce, tomato, and tzatziki.
1/4cupbreadcrumbsgluten-free if needed (I like Aelia’s)
2Tablespoonsmayonnaise
1small shallotminced
1/2cupfetacrumbled small
3clovesgarlicminced
2teaspoonsdried oregano
1/2teaspoondried thyme
1teaspoonkosher salt
For serving: hamburger buns, tzatziki sauce (see notes), avocado, mayo, tomato, or red onions
INSTRUCTIONS
Add all of the ingredients to a medium bowl and use your hands to mix until well combined.
2 lbs ground chicken, 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 small shallot, 1/2 cup feta, 3 cloves garlic, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Form them into 6 equal patties about 1-inch thick and 5 inches in diameter. They will shrink slightly as they cook so you want them slightly larger than your bun. Press your thumb into the center of each patty to make a well so they cook through evenly.
Stovetop
Add a drizzle of olive oil to the bottom of a large non-stick skillet and preheat over medium heat. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken burgers and cook for 5-6 minutes, until golden brown. Then flip and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperatures of 165°F. Turn the heat down and continue cooking if the outside begins to become too brown before the center is fully cooked.
Grill
Brush the grill grates with oil and preheat the grill to medium-high (400-450°F).
Cook the burgers for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Assemble
Serve Greek chicken burgers on your favorite buns, in a lettuce cup, over salads or rice, or with roasted potatoes. Top with tzatziki (see notes), red onion, spinach, more feta, and sliced tomato.
Notes
Tzatziki Sauce. Shred 1 English cucumber and press the moisture out with a paper towel. Add 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, juice from 1 lemon, and a pinch of salt to taste.Spinach Feta Burgers. Thaw 1 cup of frozen spinach and press the moisture out with paper towels. Mix into the burger mixture with the feta.Store. Keep cooked burgers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.Freeze. Freeze raw or cooked patties in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Use within 3 months.Reheat. Warm in a skillet over medium heat or in the air fryer at 350°F for 4-5 minutes until heated through.Make them Spicy. Add hot sauce and red pepper flakes to taste Another Protein. Swap ground chicken for groundturkey, lean ground beef, or lamb for a different take on this recipe.