There’s something lovely about bringing a platter of homemade burgers to the table, especially when they’re filled with fragrant basil and sweet roasted red peppers. These protein-rich chicken burgers bring those flavors together with savory onion and a gentle hint of garlic for a fresh take on burger night. Mixing the ingredients and shaping the patties yourself is part of the pleasure, with every burger made from ingredients you know and choose. Finish with a drizzle of basil sauce, then tuck into a crisp lettuce wrap or serve in a burger bowl. Easy enough for a busy weeknight and just as welcome at lunch, this is homemade cooking with plenty of flavor and a little everyday joy.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- ½ cup fresh basil, chopped fine
- ½ cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- ¼ cup onion, grated
- 2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup almond flour
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons avocado or olive oil
Process
- Combine the chicken, basil, red peppers, onion, almond flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and mix well. Form the mixture into four equal portions.
- Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the patties and cook for 3–5 minutes on the first side. Flip the patties and cook for another 5–7 minutes, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Basil Sauce
Ingredients
- ¼ cup whole-milk plain yogurt
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp. raw honey
- ⅛ tsp. each sea salt and ground black pepper
- In a small bowl mix all ingredients and set aside.
