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BBQ Chicken Burger

BBQ Chicken Burger: Ultimate Family Favorite for Summer Grilling Nights


  • Author: Curtis James
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

Enjoy the ultimate BBQ Chicken Burger, a juicy chicken patty seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, and a splash of BBQ sauce, held together by breadcrumbs for perfect texture. Grill the patties until golden, then place on toasted buns and top with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and fresh onion for a classic backyard bite. This step‑by‑step guide covers mixing, shaping, grilling, and serving tips, delivering a restaurant‑quality burger that’s quick, tasty, and crowd‑pleasing. for any gathering.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 burger buns
  • Lettuce leaves
  • 1 tomato, sliced
  • 1/2 small onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl combine ground chicken, BBQ sauce, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  2. Divide mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a ½‑inch thick patty.
  3. Preheat grill to medium‑high heat.
  4. Grill patties 5‑6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Toast buns cut‑side down on the grill for about 30 seconds.
  6. Assemble burgers with lettuce, tomato, onion and extra BBQ sauce if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra smoky flavor
  • add a pinch of smoked paprika to the patty mixture. Let cooked patties rest for a couple of minutes before assembling to retain juices.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burger
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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