Description
This Spicy Chipotle Chicken Burger recipe delivers bold, smoky flavors with a tender homemade chicken patty infused with chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Perfectly grilled or pan-seared, these burgers are topped with a creamy chipotle mayo that adds a kick, making for a deliciously spicy and satisfying meal ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Patties
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
For the Chipotle Mayonnaise Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 additional chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients
- 4 burger buns, toasted
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato slices, onion slices, cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, chopped chipotle peppers along with a small amount of adobo sauce from the can, smoked paprika, breadcrumbs, lime juice, and beaten egg. Mix everything thoroughly until well incorporated to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
- Form Patties: Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a burger patty, about 4 inches in diameter and evenly thick to cook uniformly.
- Cook the Patties: Preheat a grill or a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for approximately 5 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) ensuring they are fully cooked and juicy.
- Make the Chipotle Mayonnaise: While the patties cook, prepare the sauce by mixing the mayonnaise with one finely chopped chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, lime juice, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Burger: Toast the burger buns lightly. Spread the chipotle mayonnaise generously onto the buns, place the cooked chicken patty on the bottom bun, and add desired toppings such as lettuce, tomato, onions, or cheese. Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of chipotle peppers according to your spice tolerance.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken patties are safe to eat (165°F internal temperature).
- For a gluten-free option, substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed gluten-free crackers.
- Butter or oil the grill/skillet lightly to prevent sticking.
- The chipotle mayo sauce can be prepared in advance and refrigerated for enhanced flavor.
