Green Chili Chicken Burgers Recipe

Name: Green Chili Chicken Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 avocado, peeled and pitted; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; salt and pepper to taste; 1 pound ground chicken breast; 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers, drained; 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded if desired and finely diced; 3 green onions, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; ground black pepper to taste; 4 slices Cheddar cheese; 4 hamburger buns, split; 1 cup shredded lettuce; 1/3 cup salsa

Servings: persons

1 avocado, peeled and pitted
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
salt and pepper to taste
1 pound ground chicken breast
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers, drained
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded if desired and finely diced
3 green onions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
ground black pepper to taste
4 slices Cheddar cheese
4 hamburger buns, split
1 cup shredded lettuce
1/3 cup salsa

1
To make the guacamole, place the avocado, cilantro, sour cream, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a food processor and pulse until smooth..
2
Mix chicken, canned chiles, jalapeno pepper, green onions, oregano, salt, garlic powder, and pepper in a bowl. Form the mixture into 4 patties.
3
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat.
4
Lightly oil the grill grate. Grill each patty 5 minutes per side, until well done. Move the patties to a cooler area of the grill to keep warm, and top each patty with a slice of Cheddar cheese. Lightly grill the buns while the cheese is melting.
5
Spread the bottom of each bun with guacamole, and top with 1/4 cup of shredded lettuce and a grilled chicken burger. Spoon 1 tablespoon of salsa on each burger and top with the other half of the bun to serve.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 avocado, peeled and pitted, 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, 2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, and more.

Yes, Green Chili Chicken Burgers falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Green Chili Chicken Burgers

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