Chicken Burger with Black Olives and Caramelized Onions

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   Place the chicken, onions, olives, sage and paprika in a large bowl and, using your hands, mix until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.

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   Place the mixture on a work surface and divide into 4 balls of equal size.

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   Form each into a patty about 3/4 to 1 inch thick, tossing it back and forth between your hands.

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   Handle the patties as little as possible; do not work more than necessary.

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   Prepare a grill to medium-high.

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   When the coals are glowing red, after 15 to 20 minutes, cover with the grate.

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   After 5 minutes, use a wire brush to thoroughly clean the grate.

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   Brush the grate with oil.

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   When the coals are covered with pale gray ash and you can leave your hand 5 inches above the fire for 2 to 3 seconds, the coals are ready.

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    Sprinkle both sides of the burgers with the salt and pepper.

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    Place the burgers on the grate and grill until well seared on both sides, about 5 minutes for medium rare or 6 minutes for medium.

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    Transfer to buns or a serving platter and serve immediately with additional caramelized onions.

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    Alternatively, place a cast iron skillet over high heat and when it is hot but not smoking add the burgers to the dry pan.

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    Cook until well seared on both sides, 8 to 10 minutes for medium rare or 10 to 12 minutes for medium.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.