Bacon and Cheese Chicken Burger Recipe

Name: Bacon and Cheese Chicken Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 slices smoky bacon; 4 thin slices sweet onions, minced; salt and black pepper; cayenne pepper; ¼ cup minced fresh basil; 1 ½ tablespoons light sour cream; ⅓ cup gruyere cheese, grated; 1 lb ground chicken or 1 lb turkey; cornmeal; 4 -5 hamburger buns, toasted; 1 leaf lettuce; avocado, slices; tomatoes, slices

Servings: persons

6 slices smoky bacon
4 thin slices sweet onions, minced
salt and black pepper
cayenne pepper
¼ cup minced fresh basil
1 ½ tablespoons light sour cream
⅓ cup gruyere cheese, grated
1 lb ground chicken or 1 lb turkey
cornmeal
4 -5 hamburger buns, toasted
1 leaf lettuce
avocado, slices
tomatoes, slices

1
Fry the bacon until crisp.
2
Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.
3
Crumble into small bits.
4
Drain most of the bacon grease from the skillet.
5
Add the onion and cook until softened.
6
Add the seasonings, basil and sour cream and stir to combine.
7
Cool.
8
Sprinkle the reserved bacon bits and cheese on a cutting board.
9
Mix with the meat.
10
Shape into 4 or 5 patties.
11
Roll in the cornmeal.
12
Grill 4-5 minutes or until center is opaque.
13
Serve on buns with lettuce, avocado and tomato.

689

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 slices smoky bacon, 4 thin slices sweet onions, minced, salt and black pepper, cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Bacon and Cheese Chicken Burger falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bacon and Cheese Chicken Burger

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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