Chicken Taco Burgers

Name: Chicken Taco Burgers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Cuisine: North America, Mexican
Ingredients: 1 egg, beaten; 1/4 cup chopped onion; 2 tablespoons taco seasoning; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 pound ground chicken; SOUTHWEST BURGER TOPPINGS:; 4 slices pepper Jack cheese; 4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split and toasted; 1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped; 1/2 cup salsa

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

4 servings

This moist chicken burger offers a kick of southwest flavor. Top with avocado, jalapeno, salsa and cheese. Ole! Maria Regakis, Somerville, Massachusetts

Chicken Taco Burgers Recipe photo by Taste of Home

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Ingredients

1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground chicken
SOUTHWEST BURGER TOPPINGS:
4 slices pepper Jack cheese
4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split and toasted
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup salsa

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble chicken over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties.
Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear. Top with cheese; cover and grill 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Serve on buns with avocado, jalapeno and salsa.

Editor's Note

Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 468 calories, 26g fat (8g saturated fat), 150mg cholesterol, 952mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 6g fiber), 30g protein.