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Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce

Juicy chicken patties infused with aromatic herbs, paired with a refreshing tzatziki sauce, perfect for family dinners or barbecues.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Patties
  • 1 lb ground chicken Feel free to swap with ground turkey.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano Fresh herbs can be used instead.
  • 1 tsp dried basil Fresh herbs can be used instead.
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 pinch salt Adjust to taste.
For Serving
  • Buns, pita, or lettuce wraps Your choice for serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix by hand for even blending.
  2. Form the mixture into evenly sized patties, about 1/2-inch thick.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat.
  2. Cook the patties for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked; the internal temperature should reach 165°F.
Making Tzatziki Sauce
  1. In a separate bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, diced cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to taste.
Assembly
  1. Serve the juicy chicken patties on buns, inside pita pockets, or wrapped in crisp lettuce. Generously spoon the tzatziki sauce on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3 days. For freezing, wrap each patty tightly in plastic wrap and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

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