This ground chicken burger recipe is seriously delicious. The secret is a mixture of spiced veggies that we mix right into the patties. Trust me, you’ll want to make these again and again.

The moment we nailed the recipe for these chicken burgers, I immediately put everything back on my shopping list so we could make them again soon. Mixing veggies right into the ground chicken is a game-changer. They add so much flavor, color, and keep the burgers extra juicy.

If you’ve made our turkey burgers or turkey meatloaf, you already know we’re big fans of sneaking veggies into our recipes. It’s the best way to keep ground meat dishes juicy and flavorful.

Key Ingredients

• Ground Chicken: As with all of our recipes that call for ground chicken, use ground meat with a bit of fat. Look for 93% lean 7% fat or 93/7 on the package, which indicates it’s a blend of ground chicken breast and dark meat. You can also substitute ground turkey for the chicken in this recipe.
• Veggies: We fold a mixture of cooked zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and garlic into the burger mix. You can substitute eggplant or yellow squash (summer squash). Between the vegetables and spices, these remind me of the flavors of late-summer ratatouille. So delicious!
• Tomato Paste, Vinegar, and Spices: This burger recipe is not afraid of flavor, so we add lots with tomato paste, oregano, smoked paprika, and red wine vinegar.
• Egg and Breadcrumbs: We don’t want too much filler here, but a whole egg plus an egg yolk helps the burgers hold together, adds flavor, and a bit of fat (we use the same combo in our meatloaf recipe). Then, a small amount of panko breadcrumbs helps the mixture firm up, making it easier to form into burgers and cook.
• Extras: Choose your favorite burger buns, then spread a bit of mayonnaise and Dijon mustard over them (like a make-shift Dijonaise). I love a little crunch from lettuce, and always add some cheese. Gruyère or Swiss are amazing with the other flavors in the chicken burger patties.

Find the full recipe with measurements below.

How to Make Chicken Burgers

Tip 1: Make the veggie mix. Lean ground chicken needs help in the flavor department, so we cook a simple mixture of finely chopped zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and garlic until cooked down, soft and lightly caramelized. It takes about 10 minutes and is so worth it!

Just as the veggies are finishing up, we stir in tomato paste and dried oregano. Then, as they cool, we stir in red wine vinegar. You can see the final mixture below. It adds so much incredible flavor to these chicken burgers.

Tip 2: Mix the eggs and spices before adding the chicken. We use this trick a lot when working with ground meat. So that the spices, salt, and egg are well distributed, whisk them together first, then add your ground chicken.

Tip 3: Finish with vegetables and breadcrumbs. Before forming your burgers, mix in the vegetable mixture and panko breadcrumbs. Your hands are usually the best tool for this kind of job, but a fork works.

Tip 4: Chill to firm up. Pop the burger mixture into the fridge for 20 minutes to let the breadcrumbs absorb the moisture. This helps with flavor and makes forming the burgers easier.

Tip 5: Start in a skillet, finish in the oven. To get some color, brown the burgers on both sides in a skillet in a little olive oil, then transfer them to a preheated oven to finish cooking in the middle.

We like forming our burger mix into big meatballs, then adding them to the skillet and pressing them into patties. Once they are brown on both sides, we bake them until almost done, then add cheese and continue to bake until the burgers are cooked in the middle and the cheese melts.

Serving Suggestions

When assembling the burgers, we love a buttery burger bun with some mayo and Dijon spread onto each half and crunchy lettuce (iceberg or butter lettuce is great). Then, we keep the sides simple. Adam loves roasted potato wedges or baked French fries. I love sweet potato fries, and our son loves tater tots.

Something fresh, cool, and crispy would be really nice, too. Try our orzo pasta salad, creamy cucumber salad, or our cherry tomato salad. A side salad would be lovely. I especially love homemade ranch or our simple lemon vinaigrette.

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This shrimp burger recipe with garlic and ginger is a total win in our house. They’re juicy, a bit sweet from the shrimp, and perfect with our creamy lime slaw.

We’ve been dreaming up this shrimp burger for a while now, and I am so happy to be able to finally share it with you. The secret is raw shrimp, egg white, and a little cornstarch. The egg white and cornstarch hold the patties together while keeping the burgers light.

I highly recommend topping your burger with our creamy lime slaw (recipe below) and a bit of spicy mayo, which makes a great burger sauce.

Key Ingredients

• Shrimp: You really taste the shrimp in this burger recipe, so use shrimp you love. We particularly enjoy Patagonian pink shrimp, which cooks up to be firm and sweet. I use them for our shrimp salad, and I’m always happy I did. I also mostly buy frozen shrimp, thaw them overnight in the fridge, and then use them the next day. You can also quickly thaw them in a bowl under cold (not warm) running water. They’ll be thawed in a few minutes.
• Garlic, Ginger, and Green Onions: These burgers are inspired by Asian shrimp dishes, so we mix in fresh garlic, ginger, and lots of green onions. I mince the garlic, finely grate the ginger (though pre-grated frozen ginger works great), and then mince the green onion by hand.
• Egg White and Cornstarch: Flour and breadcrumbs overpower the shrimp’s flavor, so to bind the mixture into patties, we use one egg white and a good amount of cornstarch. It works like a charm.
• Salt, Sugar, and Tamari: To season them nicely, mix in a little salt, sugar, and low-sodium tamari (or use shoyu or soy sauce). You don’t use much of any of it, but they make a big difference in flavor.
• Burger Sauce: Stick to toasted buns and a little plain mayo, or we love our homemade spicy mayo for these burgers. Another idea is to skip the sauce shared below and use Bang Bang sauce instead (it’s sweet, spicy, and creamy).
• Slaw: These sweet shrimp patties pair perfectly with something cool and crunchy, so we put together a simple coleslaw to serve with them. It’s cabbage, green onion (yes, more!), salt, pepper, lime juice, and mayo. The black pepper really makes this slaw, so feel free to add more than what we recommend in the recipe below. For a mayo-free version, we also love this cilantro lime slaw.

How to Make Shrimp Burgers

Tip 1: Preparing your shrimp. It’s the most hands-on part of this recipe, but honestly, it’s not hard at all.

• First, I toss the shrimp with a bit of salt, let it sit for a minute, then rinse, drain, and pat very dry. I use this trick a lot, like in our shrimp stir fry. It plumps up the shrimp and makes them taste cleaner in the end.
• Next, I finely mince about three-quarters of the shrimp. You can do this by hand or in a food processor. Then, chop the remaining shrimp a little chunkier for some nice texture in the patties.

Tip 2: Making the burger mix. Before adding your chopped shrimp, stir all the burger mix ingredients together until smooth (salt, sugar, tamari, garlic, ginger, green onions, egg white, and cornstarch). Then fold in the chopped shrimp.

Tip 3: Refrigerate the burger mix for 30 minutes. The mixture will be sticky and a little loose, so to help it firm up a bit and allow the cornstarch time to absorb the moisture, pop it into the fridge for half an hour.

While it chills, you can make your sauce and slaw (both are simple and just need a quick mix).

Tip 4: Sear the shrimp patties on both sides first. To get a little color, form the mixture into four balls (don’t worry if they’re not perfect or if things get a little sticky). Then, place each ball into a bit of oil in a skillet, gently press them into patties, and sear both sides until they get a little color.

Tip 5: Finish in the oven. Once both sides are golden, I move the patties to a baking sheet and let them finish in the oven for about 10 to 12 minutes, so they cook through in the middle.

Serving Suggestions

These burgers, simply topped with slaw, are excellent all by themselves, but you can always add something on the side. Oven-baked French fries or sweet potato fries are classic (don’t forget the fry sauce). They are also great with sautéed broccoli, garlic ginger spicy edamame, or pickles.

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Two juicy all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, and onions all on sesame seed buns! You’ll love recreating this copycat Big Mac burger at home.

If you really want to take your homemade burgers up a notch, try using homemade buns! They’re so much better than store-bought and have the best texture. Try these classic hamburger buns or brioche buns if you want to switch things up.

Homemade Big Mac Burger Recipe

Sure, you could just go to McDonald’s, but who wants a burger chock full of fillers that looks nothing like its picture? With this Big Mac burger recipe, you get everything you love about a Big Mac (like the special sauce!) but it’s much better quality. It’s comfort food at its finest and will have you satisfied down to the last bite.

Because, let’s be honest, is there anything better than sinking your teeth into a juicy all-beef patty topped with melty cheese, lettuce, onions, and Big Mac sauce? And let’s not forget that Big Macs have an extra bun in the middle, so the bread to burger ratio is just perfect! My mouth is watering just writing this. Trust me, you’re going to want to add these copycat Big Macs to the dinner lineup this week.

Burger and Sauce Ingredients

Mix all these flavors and textures up, and you’ve got yourself a homemade Big Mac – a tasty tower of yum that’s got a little bit of everything in each bite. Exact measurements are in the recipe card below.

• Ground Beef: The juicy patty that’s the heart of the Big Mac burger. It’s seasoned and cooked just right for that delicious, meaty taste.
• Salt and Pepper: Think of these as the flavor boosters. They make the beef taste even better!
• Sesame Seed Buns: You’ll need 2 bottoms and 1 top per burger.
• American Cheese: For some cheesy, melty goodness! You can also swap this out for cheddar, pepper jack, colby jack, you name it!
• Diced White Onion: These are the crispy, kind of spicy bits that add a kick and a satisfying crunch.
• Shredded Iceberg Lettuce: It’s crisp, it’s light, and it’s there to balance out the richness of the meat and cheese.
• Dill Pickle Slices: Sour and tangy, these cut through the richness, making sure each bite isn’t too heavy.

Big Mac Sauce:

• Mayonnaise: The rich and creamy base of the Big Mac sauce.
• Sweet Pickle Relish: Relish adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the sauce that’s so delicious.
• White Vinegar: For a little bit of tang.
• Garlic Powder: Makes the sauce nice and savory.
• Onion Powder: Another flavor booster!
• Paprika: Paprika adds a bit of smokiness and gives the Big Mac sauce a bit of kick.
• Turmeric: For a subtle earthy flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients.

Copycat Big Mac Burger and Sauce Recipe

Delicious, gourmet burgers ready in less than 30 minutes! Big Mac burgers are the perfect hearty meal and something that the whole family will enjoy.

Big Mac Sauce

1. Whisk Ingredients Together: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, pickle relish, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and turmeric. Chill in the refrigerator for several hours before serving. This will help the flavors meld together.

For the Burgers

• Shape: Divide the ground beef evenly into 3-ounce portions and form into balls. Then cover and place in the refrigerator while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
• Heat Skillet: Heat your griddle or cast iron skillet to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Add to Pan: Place two balls of beef on the hot griddle or skillet. You can cook all of the hamburgers at the same time if your griddle will fit them all. Just work quickly because the meat cooks fast.
• Flatten: Press the ball of meat down with a large flat metal spatula. Get the patty as flat and thin as you can. You’ll be doubling up the patties, so don’t be nervous about a thin patty. It helps to cover the meat with a piece of parchment paper so it doesn’t stick to the spatula.
• Cook: Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, then assemble.

To Assemble

• Layer: Add the following ingredients, working from the bottom up: bottom bun, big mac sauce, onion, lettuce, beef patty, cheese, pickles, bottom bun, big mac sauce, onion, lettuce, beef patty, pickles, top bun.

More Delicious Burger Recipes

Satisfy the carnivores in your house with these other tasty burger recipes! They’re all juicy, flavorful, and piled high with the best fixings! Everything that a burger should be, in my opinion.

Dinner

Oklahoma Fried Onion Burgers

25 minutes

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Get ready for the ultimate burger experience topped with my irresistible Secret Sauce. The flavor packed into this burger is a delicious twist on a classic favorite.

You’ll love this burger recipe because the juicy patties are packed with flavor from the onion and garlic powder, and the Secret Sauce adds a creamy, tangy kick that will leave you craving more. Want a more adult flavor, make my Blue Cheese Burgers. Pair your burgers with crispy fries for a classic combo, or opt for a side salad for a fresh contrast to the savory goodness of the burgers.

Ingredients to Make Burgers Flavorful 

Sure, you could just grab some meat and grill it up! But if you want to LOVE your burger, you need to season it first!!

• Ground Beef: I used 80/20 lean ground beef. Higher fat content makes a juicier burger!
• Garlic Powder and Onion Powder: These seasonings add in delicious flavor that goes with just about anything.
• Salt and Cracked Black Pepper: To season the meat.
• Buns: I used sesame buns, but use your favorite hamburger buns!

What’s in the Secret Sauce?

This sauce is so delicious, you won’t want to keep it a secret after you try it! Everyone will want to use this sauce!

• Mayonnaise: Smooth and tangy, it adds creaminess to the sauce.
• Ketchup: Sweet and tangy, the ketchup brings a vibrant tomato flavor to the mix.
• Sweet relish: Offering a sweet crunch, it’s made from finely chopped pickled cucumbers and onions and adds a tang to the sauce.
• Worcestershire sauce: With its savory and tangy notes, it adds depth and richness to the sauce.
• Seasoned salt: A balanced blend of herbs and spices, it enhances the overall flavor with its seasoning.

How to Make the Best Burger Patty

This is definitely a great go-to recipe when you are in charge of hosting the next family BBQ. It’s easy to throw together, especially if you ever need to make plenty to feed everyone! 

Burgers

1. Prepare the Grill: Heat up your grill to medium-high heat while you prepare the patties.
2. Combine: Add the ground beef and seasonings to a large bowl and mix to combine.
3. Shape Patties: Shape the patties to be about 1-inch thick, making an indention in the center of each patty. This creates a flat burger and prevents the middle from mounding as it cooks.
4. Cook: Place the burgers on the grill. Allow this side of the patty to cook for about 4-6 minutes, but make sure it doesn’t burn. Flip them over and cook to the desired doneness.

Secret Sauce

1. Combine: Add all of the sauce ingredients to a small bowl and whisk to combine. Taste and adjust ingredients to your liking.
2. Toppings: Assemble the burgers and serve with the special sauce and all of your favorite hamburger toppings!

Sides for Your Burger

As far as sides go, there are a variety of things that pair well with a burger. You can choose fries, chips, salad, green or potato, a fruit salad, fresh veggies, and whatever else you love having at your BBQs! 

Side Dishes

Classic Potato Salad Recipe

30 minutes

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This burger sauce is a game-changer for your cookouts, adding a delicious twist to your favorite meals. Whip it up in minutes and enjoy a flavorful blend that’s perfect for burgers or as a dip for fries.

My family is obsessed with this special sauce! I cannot wait for you to enjoy it yourself. Making different sauce recipes at home is such a great way to elevate meals! Try some of our other favorites like this alfredo sauce, this cheese sauce, or our copycat Cane’s sauce.

Burger Sauce Recipe

Take your hamburgers from ordinary to extraordinary with this sensational burger sauce! It could not be easier to make and you can use it on everything from burgers and chicken tenders to fries and onion rings. It adds so much flavor to foods, you’re going to want to try it with everything!

It’s a simple mix of mayo, ketchup, sweet relish and a hint of both Worcestershire sauce and seasoning salt for a taste that is absolutely heavenly. Have this available at your next backyard barbecue and everyone will be asking you for the recipe!

Ingredients You’ll Need

With just 5 simple ingredients you can make this burger sauce recipe any day of the week. In fact, you probably have everything needed in your kitchen right now! Exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.

• Mayonnaise: The base of the burger sauce that makes it perfectly creamy.
• Ketchup: Adds sharp flavor and a touch of sweetness to balance out the mayo.
• Sweet Relish: It’s a combination of tart, sweet, and salty making it an absolute must in this recipe.
• Worcestershire Sauce: For a deep, complex taste.
• Seasoned Salt: To enhance and bring out all of the delicious flavors.

How to Make Burger Sauce

This irresistible burger sauce is ready to serve in just about 5 minutes! It’s so good, you’re going to want to keep this on-hand at all times! Want a BBQ burger sauce? Make my copycat Red Robbin campfire sauce!

1. Mix Ingredients: Add all of the sauce ingredients to a small bowl and whisk to combine.
2. Test the Flavor: Taste and adjust ingredients to your liking if needed.
3. Refrigerate: Chill until ready to serve. The longer it chills the more the flavors meld.
4. Enjoy: Use as a sauce on burgers or as a dipping sauce for fries.

More Delicious Sauce Recipes

Homemade sauces not only taste better than store-bought, but they’re also free of additives and preservatives! In addition, they’re super easy to mix up and usually only take a few simple ingredients to make. Most of which you probably already have in your pantry! Here are some other favs:

Dressings, Sauces, and Dips

Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce

15 minutes

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Get ready to be blown away by this Blue Cheese Burger! It’s thick, juicy, and filled with flavor. If you love blue cheese dressing, this recipe is for you! That unique tangy flavor is the perfect addition to the juiciest patty ever.

I love creating new and different burgers at home! They turn out even more delicious than what you can get at your local burger joint. If you’re looking to switch things up, try these recipes next: smash burgers, mushroom Swiss burgers, or Oklahoma fried onion burgers!

What You Need to Make Blue Cheese Burgers

Here is everything you’ll need to make this amazing blue cheese burger recipe. Grab some basic ingredients like ground beef, blue cheese, bacon, buns and your favorite fixings. Serve them up with some In-N-Out Animal-Style Fries for a complete meal! You can find the exact measurements below in the recipe card.

• Blue Cheese: The star of the show! Blue cheese dressing and blue cheese crumbles add a distinct, yet delicious tangy flavor.
• Ground Beef: Use 80/20 ground beef to give these burgers maximum flavor!
• Salt and Pepper: To enhance and bring out all of the flavors.
• Buns: You can use regular hamburger buns, brioche buns, ciabatta or whole wheat buns. 
• Butter: For toasting the buns and making them deliciously buttery.
• Butter Lettuce: Adds extra texture and freshness.
• Red Onion: I like red onions best on burgers because they are milder and less pungent than white or yellow onions, plus they add a pop of color.
• Tomatoes: Choose meaty large-sized tomatoes for burgers and slice them into rings.
• Bacon: Salty and savory, crispy cooked bacon is so good on almost any burger!

How to Make Blue Cheese Burgers

These blue cheese burgers are super easy to make! Start by mixing the blue cheese topping, then cook the meat and assemble. Follow the simple step-by-step instructions and you’ll have juicy burgers in no time!

1. Make the Blue Cheese Mixture: In a small bowl, mix together the blue cheese dressing and the blue cheese crumbles, don’t break the crumbles down too much. Cover and place in the fridge while you prepare the rest of the burger.
2. Prep: Divide the ground beef into 4 equal balls and shape into patties. Heat a griddle or cast iron skillet up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
3. Cook the Patties: Place two patties on the hot griddle or skillet and season with salt and pepper. You can cook all of the patties at the same time if they all fit on the griddle.
4. Prep the Buns: Cook the burgers 2-3 minutes on each side. Once the patties are cooked, butter and toast the buns on the same skillet.
5. Assemble: Assemble from the bottom up; starting with a toasted bun spread the mayo, then lettuce, onion, tomato, bacon, hamburger patty, a generous helping of the blue cheese mixture, and the top bun.

What to Serve With Your Burger

Blue cheese burgers are great on their own or just with a pickle and some chips on the side. However, if you really want to enhance your burger experience, try making some of these easy sides!

Appetizers

Crispy Onion Rings (Baked or Fried!)

30 minutes

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Enjoy breakfast for dinner or dinner for breakfast with this over-the-top delicious Breakfast Burger recipe. Juicy beef-and-sausage patties are topped with bacon, melty cheddar, and a runny egg with creamy maple sriracha sauce on toasted brioche buns. It doesn’t get much better than this!

Key Ingredients

You’ll find the full list of ingredients in the recipe card below, but here are some notes to keep in mind.

• Bacon. Brings the salty (and the smoky) to these beauties.
• Ground Beef. Or ground turkey, if you prefer.
• Breakfast Sausage. Adds flavor and richness to the patties.
• Maple Syrup. Gives these burgers that breakfast flair with a touch or sweetness.
• Whole Grain Mustard. Adds some zip and bite to balance out the salty bacon and sweet maple syrup.
• White Cheddar Cheese. My motto for cheese with these breakfast burgers is the sharper the better.
• Brioche Buns or English Muffins. Or go bunless if that’s more your style.
• Eggs. Cook your eggs however you please.
• Arugula. I feel like every burger needs just a little green and I love the bold, peppery freshness the arugula adds.
• Sauce. Made with mayo or Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and sriracha for a sauce that’s creamy, sweet, and spicy all at the same time.

How to Make a Breakfast Burger

Cook the Bacon. Oven Baked Bacon is my favorite method.

Make the Sauce. Set aside.

Form the Patties (photo 1). Mix the burger patty ingredients together and shape into four patties.

Cook the Patties (photo 2). Cook the burgers, flipping once, until cooked through either outside on your grill or inside on a grill pan over medium-high heat.

Make Them Cheesy (photo 3). Top with cheese, let it melt, and then remove the burger from the grill.

Fry the Eggs. Cook them to your desired level of doneness.

Assemble (photo 4). Layer the sauce, arugula, patty, bacon, and egg on the buns or English muffins. ENJOY!

What to Serve with Breakfast Burgers

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