Chicken Burgers With Barbecue Onion Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken Burgers With Barbecue Onion Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground chicken; ⅔ cup parmesan cheese or ⅔ cup romano cheese; 4 garlic cloves, finely grated; 3 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves, finely chopped; 1 ½ tablespoons fennel seeds, toasted; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; ¼ teaspoon allspice; 1 orange, juice and rind of (peel grated); salt and pepper; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling); 14 lb pancetta, chopped; 2 red onions, chopped; 1 bay leaf; ½ cup balsamic vinegar; 3 tablespoons honey or 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 4 crusty rolls, split; 2 cups salad greens

Servings: persons

2 lbs ground chicken
⅔ cup parmesan cheese or ⅔ cup romano cheese
4 garlic cloves, finely grated
3 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves, finely chopped
1 ½ tablespoons fennel seeds, toasted
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon allspice
1 orange, juice and rind of (peel grated)
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
14 lb pancetta, chopped
2 red onions, chopped
1 bay leaf
½ cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons honey or 3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
4 crusty rolls, split
2 cups salad greens

1
Preheat grill to med-high.
2
In a large bowl, combine chicken,cheese, garlic, rosemary, fennel seeds, red pepper, allspice, orange peel,and 1/4 tsp salt.
3
Season with black pepper to taste.
4
Form mixture into 4 patties, pressing your thumb into the center of each to keep it from bulging as it cooks.
5
Set aside.
6
In medium skillet, heat 2 tbs of olive oil.
7
Add the pancetta and cook until crisp, 3-4 minutes.
8
Add onions and season with salt and pepper.
9
Add the bay leaf and cook, stirring occasionally,until the onions begin to brown, about 10 minutes.
10
Discard the bay leaf and stir in vinegar,honey, Worcestershire sauce, and orange juice.
11
Cook, stirring occasionally, 6-7 minutes.
12
Add a little water if sauce begins to dry out.
13
Drizzle patties liberally with olive oil.
14
Grill until firm to the touch but still juicy, about 5 minutes per side.
15
Transfer to plate and let rest for 5 minutes.
16
Toast rolls on the grill and drizzle with olive oil.
17
Pile salad greens on bottoms of rolls.
18
Top greens with chicken patty and onion sauce and top of roll.

762

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs ground chicken, ⅔ cup parmesan cheese or ⅔ cup romano cheese, 4 garlic cloves, finely grated, 3 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken Burgers With Barbecue Onion Sauce 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!

Chicken Burgers With Barbecue Onion Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions