Chicken Parmesan Burgers... yum! I read about this idea online but had a tough time finding a recipe that was easy and had enough flavor for me, so I just made up my own version! I took the best parts of chicken parmesan and the best parts of a delicious burger and smooshed them together into one glorious concoction. The best part about this burger? You get the flavor of chicken parm without the deep frying, so they are (almost) guilt free. I hope you enjoy these :o)
Chicken Parmesan Burgers
Makes 4 burgers
Ingredients
2 tbsp. olive oil
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp. fresh parsley, minced
3 tbsp. fresh basil, chopped (divided)
1 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
pinch cayenne pepper
1 lb ground chicken
1 egg
1/2 - 1 cup breadcrumbs
4 slices provolone cheese
4 ciabatta rolls
1/2 cup marinara sauce, heated
Melt 1 tbsp. of the olive oil in a medium skillet. Add the onion and sautee over medium heat until softened, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and sautee 2 minutes longer. Stir in the parsley, 1 tbsp of the basil, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Remove from the heat.
In a large bowl, mix the chicken, egg, 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs, and onion mixture with your hands until well combined. If the mixture is too wet, add more breadcrumbs until the mixture stays together enough to form patties. Split the mixture into four equal parts and form each one into a patty 1 inch thick. Put on a plate in the fridge for 30 minutes for the flavors to meld.
To cook: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Heat the remaining oil on a grill pan or large skillet over medium high heat. Cook the burgers until golden brown on each side, approximately 4-5 minutes and then transfer to a cookie sheet. Finish cooking the burgers in the oven until they are cooked through and juices run clear. When the burgers are nearly done, distribute the remaining basil over each burger, then top with a slice of provolone and place under the broiler for 2 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
