RecipeCaprese Chicken Burgers

Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
  • Calories: 205
  • Protein: 30g
  • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.5g
  • Sodium: 275mg
Take Note

Contains Dairy

Here’s a fun new take on your everyday burger, inspired by the popular Italian caprese salad. The addition of mozzarella (firm or melty) and aromatic pesto makes for a delicious combination that transforms a standard meal into a memorable masterpiece. You can customize these beauties by swapping in balsamic glaze for the pesto, ground turkey for the chicken, and piling on extra preferred veggies. You can also choose to go bun-less or embrace the carbs—really, there’s no wrong turn

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This recipe makes 4 burgers
Ingredients:
  • 1 pound ground chicken breast (or lean ground turkey)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or ½ teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 4 to 8 tablespoons pesto (store-bought or homemade)
  • 4 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 4 thick tomato slices
  • 4 whole-grain hamburger buns of English muffins, optional
Preparation:

Combine the ground chicken breast with the salt, pepper and garlic, being careful not to overmix. Shape the mixture into 4 large patties and grill approximately 5 mins per side or until cooked through. Alternatively, you can cook on a skillet that’s been liberally misted with nonstick olive oil spray.

Top each burger with pesto, mozzarella, and tomato.

A serving is 1 burger

Nutrition provided for 1 burger with toppings, without bun. If enjoying on a bun, add about 130 calories for each serving.