Chicken Parmesan Burgers

Chicken Parmesan Burgers

Chicken burger patties topped with melted cheese in garlic bread buns along with marinara sauce!

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ingredients

• 1 pound ground chicken (or beef or turkey)
• 1 cup zucchini, grated and squeezed to remove excess liquid (optional)
• 1/4 cup onion, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan), grated
• 1 teaspoon oregano (or Italian seasoning)
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup mozzarella, shredded
• 2 tablespoons parmesan, shaved or grated
• 1/4 cup butter, room temperature
• 1 clove garlic, grated/minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
• 1 teaspoon parsley, chopped
• 4 buns/rolls (gluten-free for gluten-free)
• 1 cup marinara sauce (link)
• 2 tablespoons basil, thinly sliced

directions

1. Mix the chicken, zucchini, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, parmesan,oregano, salt and pepper, and form 4 patties.
2. Cook the patties by grilling, or pan frying, or broiling, until cooked through, about 3-5 minutes per side.
3. Sprinkle the mozzarella and parmesan on top and let it melt before removing the patties from the grill.
4. Mix the butter, garlic, and parsley and spread it over the inside of the buns before lightly grilling or toasting them until the butter has melted and the buns are lightly toasted.
5. Assemble the burgers by placing the marinara sauce on the bottom (inside) of the bun, topped with the patties, the fresh basil and the tops of the buns.

Nutrition Facts: Calories 452, Fat 34g (Saturated 16g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 160mg, Sodium 1021mg, Carbs 43g (Fiber 3g, Sugars 5g), Protein 39g

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