Description
A juicy, savory chicken burger packed with ranch seasoning and shredded cheddar cheese—perfect for a flavorful twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
1 lb (450 g) ground chicken
1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix (or about 2 tbsp homemade)
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup plain breadcrumbs
1 large egg
Salt & pepper, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk the egg and ranch seasoning mix. Stir in ground chicken, breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Shape mixture into four ½-inch-thick patties. Press a small dent in the center of each to help them stay flat while cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Toast buns or prepare lettuce wraps if desired.
- Assemble burgers with preferred toppings like lettuce, tomato, onion, and a drizzle of ranch dressing. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and ranch mix to make the burgers gluten-free.
- Add extra flavor with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, or Worcestershire sauce.
- Use lettuce wraps or keto buns for a low-carb option.
- For an oven method, bake at 400°F for about 12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Top with a cheese slice in the last minute for a melty finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger patty (without bun)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
