Name: Chicken Burgers with Avocado Corn Salsa Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ½ lb ground chicken meat (thighs preferred); 2 scallions, chopped; 1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar, Gouda, Provolone); ¼ cup mayo; ½ tsp salt; ½ tsp pepper; 1 large avocado, sliced; 1 ear of fresh corn, kernels removed; ⅛ cup chopped fresh cilantro; ½ tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste; ½ lime, juiced

Description

These Chicken Burgers with Avocado Corn Salsa are a delicious and fresh twist on classic burgers. Juicy grilled chicken patties are enhanced with shredded cheese, scallions, and a creamy mayo blend, then paired with a vibrant avocado and corn salsa featuring fresh cilantro and lime juice. Perfect for a quick, flavorful meal that serves 8.

Ingredients

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Chicken Burgers

1 ½ lb ground chicken meat (thighs preferred)
2 scallions, chopped
1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar, Gouda, Provolone)
¼ cup mayo
½ tsp salt
½ tsp pepper

Avocado Corn Salsa

1 large avocado, sliced
1 ear of fresh corn, kernels removed
⅛ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
½ lime, juiced

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken Mixture: Place ground chicken in a large mixing bowl. Add the shredded cheese, chopped scallions, mayo, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well until combined evenly.
Form Patties: Shape the chicken mixture into evenly sized patties suitable for burgers.
Grill the Patties: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Cook the chicken patties for about 5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through and juices run clear.
Make Avocado Corn Salsa: Remove corn kernels from the cob and place them in a bowl. Add the sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, and season with salt and pepper. Gently mix to combine all the flavors.
Serve: Place the grilled chicken burgers on plates and generously top each with a portion of the avocado corn salsa for a refreshing and flavorful topping.

Notes

Using ground chicken thighs adds extra juiciness and flavor compared to chicken breast.
Feel free to substitute the cheese with your favorite type or omit for a dairy-free option.
Grilling imparts a delicious smoky flavor, but patties can also be cooked on a stovetop skillet if a grill is unavailable.
The avocado corn salsa can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to a day to let flavors meld.
Serve with whole wheat buns or lettuce wraps for a healthier alternative to traditional burger buns.