Description
These Chicken Parm Burgers offer a delicious twist on the classic chicken parmesan, combining juicy ground chicken patties seasoned with Italian herbs and spices, topped with warm marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, all nestled in toasted burger buns. Perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal.
Ingredients
For the Burgers
- 1 pound ground chicken
- ¼ cup marinara sauce
- ⅓ cup plain breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For Topping and Serving
- ¾ cup marinara sauce (divided, includes ¼ cup in burger mixture and ½ cup for warming)
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella
- 4 burger buns or ciabatta rolls, toasted
- Fresh basil or arugula, optional
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, ¼ cup marinara sauce, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and cracked black pepper. Mix gently until ingredients are just combined to avoid tough burgers.
- Shape Patties: Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty, ensuring they are even for uniform cooking.
- Cook Burgers: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the patties in the skillet and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), indicating they are fully cooked.
- Warm Marinara Sauce: While the burgers cook, place the remaining ½ cup marinara sauce in a small saucepan and warm gently over low heat, stirring occasionally.
- Add Cheese & Marinara: Once the burgers are cooked, spoon the warm marinara sauce over each patty. Top each with a slice of fresh mozzarella cheese. Cover the skillet with a lid to melt the cheese, or alternatively, place the burgers under a broiler briefly until the cheese melts and bubbles.
- Serve: Place each burger on a toasted bun or ciabatta roll. Add additional marinara sauce and fresh basil or arugula if desired for a fresh, flavorful finish. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Do not overmix the chicken mixture to keep the patties tender and juicy.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken burgers reach the safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- Toasting the buns adds a nice texture and prevents sogginess from the marinara sauce.
- Fresh basil or arugula adds a peppery fresh note but can be omitted or substituted with other greens.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the chicken mixture or marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
