Ingredients:
For the Chicken Patties:
1 lb ground chicken
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt & black pepper, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
For the Yogurt Cucumber Sauce:
¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
½ cup grated cucumber (squeezed dry)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp chopped fresh dill or mint
Salt & pepper, to taste
To Assemble:
4 burger buns
Lettuce or arugula
Sliced tomatoes
Thin red onion rings (optional)
Directions:
Make the cucumber sauce:
Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.
Prepare chicken patties:
In a large bowl, mix ground chicken with garlic, onion powder, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Form into 4 equal patties.
Cook the patties:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Assemble burgers:
Toast the buns lightly. Spread yogurt cucumber sauce on the bottom bun, add lettuce, chicken patty, tomato slices, and red onion. Top with more sauce and close with the top bun.
Serve immediately.
Delicious with a side of baked sweet potato fries or a fresh salad.
Nutrition (per serving, serves 4):
Calories: 410
Protein: 32g
Fat: 16g
Carbs: 30g
Fiber: 2g