Cheddar Ranch Chicken Burger 🍔🧀🥬

This Cheddar Ranch Chicken Burger is juicy, flavorful, and packed with cheesy goodness and zesty ranch seasoning. Perfect for a family dinner, BBQ, or meal prep, this burger is a crowd-pleaser whether served on a bun, lettuce wrap, or on its own!

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Patties:

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for low-carb)
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Toppings:

  • Sliced cheddar cheese
  • Lettuce leaves
  • Tomato slices
  • Onion slices
  • Pickles
  • Burger buns (or lettuce wraps for low-carb)
  • Ranch dressing

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Patties:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, ranch seasoning mix, breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
    • Mix until just combined—don’t overmix to avoid dense patties.
  1. Form the Patties:
    • Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties.
    • Place them on a plate and chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to help them firm up.
  2. Cook the Patties:
    • Stovetop: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat and lightly grease with oil. Cook the patties for 5-6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
    • Grill: Preheat the grill to medium heat and cook the patties for 5-6 minutes per side.
  3. Add Cheese:
    • In the last 1-2 minutes of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover the skillet (or close the grill lid) to let the cheese melt.
  4. Assemble the Burgers:
    • Toast your burger buns if desired.
    • Add a layer of lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles to the bottom bun.
    • Place the cheesy chicken patty on top.
    • Drizzle with ranch dressing and top with the other half of the bun.
  5. Serve:
    • Serve immediately with your favorite sides like sweet potato fries, coleslaw, or a fresh green salad.

Tips:

  • Low-Carb Option: Serve the burger wrapped in lettuce instead of a bun.
  • Add Spice: Mix in some cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the chicken mixture for an extra kick.
  • Meal Prep: Patties can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days or frozen for 3 months.

These Cheddar Ranch Chicken Burgers are bursting with flavor and sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy your juicy burger with all the fixings! 🍔🧀😋