Description
This Homemade Smash Chicken Burger recipe offers a flavorful and juicy twist on the classic burger using finely minced chicken seasoned with a vibrant blend of spices. Cooked on the stovetop with a smash technique to achieve a deliciously crispy edge and topped with melted cheese, crispy onion rings, and a homemade burger sauce, these burgers make for a satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken Patty Mix
- 1 kilogram chicken (minced or chopped finely)
- 1 small onion (blended)
- Salt (to taste)
- 2 teaspoons mixed peppercorns (black, white, and red, ground together)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon fenugreek
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
Burger Sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- ½ teaspoon mustard
- A pinch of black pepper
Burger Assembly
- 5 burger buns
- 10 cheese slices
- Crispy onion rings (for topping)
- Lettuce (quantity as preferred)
- Pickled carrots (quantity as preferred)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare Spice Mix: Combine all the spices including black, white, and red peppercorns, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, fenugreek, and dried thyme. Grind them finely in a coffee grinder to create a well-blended spice mixture.
- Season Chicken: Add the ground spice mix and blended onion to the minced chicken. Mix gently until the ingredients are just combined to avoid toughening the meat.
- Form Patties: Wet your hands to prevent sticking and divide the mixture into about 10 equal portions, rolling each into a ball.
- Chill Patties: Flatten the balls slightly and place them on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Refrigerate for about 15 minutes or freeze for 5 minutes to help them hold their shape when cooking.
- Cook Patties: Heat a large pan over medium heat with some vegetable oil. Place one patty in the pan, then cover it with a small square of baking paper. Use a round, wide object to smash the patty flat. Cook for about 3 minutes until the edges get a nice color.
- Flip and Add Cheese: Flip the patty carefully once browned and place a slice of cheese on the cooked side. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts. Repeat this process for all patties and set them aside once cooked.
- Toast Buns and Assemble: Toast the burger buns lightly. Spread the homemade burger sauce on one half of each bun. Layer lettuce, two cheese-topped chicken patties, pickled carrots, and crispy onion rings on top.
- Serve: Place the second half of the bun on top and serve the burgers immediately with extra crispy onion rings and fries on the side.
Notes
- Using finely minced or finely chopped chicken helps the patties hold together better for smashing.
- Chilling the patties before cooking is key to maintaining their shape during the smash process.
- Experiment with the seasoning quantities based on your spice tolerance and preference.
- Pickled carrots and crispy onion rings add contrasting textures and flavors—feel free to substitute with other toppings like pickles or fresh tomato slices.
- Use a sturdy spatula or flat-bottomed object to smash the patties evenly.
- For juicier patties, be careful not to overmix the chicken meat when incorporating spices.
