Homemade Chicken burgers and Mushrooms

Here’s a delicious and easy Homemade Chicken Burgers with Mushrooms recipe, including both the patties and a savory mushroom topping:

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🍔 Homemade Chicken Burgers with Mushrooms

Ingredients:

For Chicken Patties:

• 500g ground chicken (or minced chicken breast/thigh)

• 1 small onion, finely grated

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or panko)

• 1 egg

• 1 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp paprika (optional)

• 1 tsp dried oregano or parsley

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce

For Sautéed Mushrooms:

• 200g mushrooms (button, cremini, or portobello), sliced

• 1 tbsp butter + 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Optional: splash of cream or white wine

Burger Assembly:

• Burger buns (toasted)

• Cheese (Swiss, mozzarella, or cheddar work well)

• Lettuce, tomato, pickles (optional)

• Mayo, mustard, or aioli

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Instructions:

1. Make the Chicken Patties:

1. In a bowl, mix ground chicken, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce.

2. Form into 4 equal-sized patties.

3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook patties for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp: 75°C/165°F).

2. Prepare the Mushrooms:

1. Heat butter and olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

2. Add garlic, sauté for 30 seconds.

3. Add sliced mushrooms and thyme, cook until browned (8–10 minutes).

4. Season with salt and pepper. Optional: add a splash of cream or wine and reduce for a rich finish.

3. Assemble the Burgers:

1. Toast the buns lightly.

2. Add lettuce or tomato at the base (optional).

3. Place the chicken patty, a slice of cheese (let it melt a bit), then pile on the sautéed mushrooms.

4. Top with your favorite sauce and bun lid.

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📝 Tips:

• You can grill or pan-fry the patties.

• Add caramelized onions for an extra layer of flavor.

• Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and buns to make it gluten-free.