Jalapeño Pepper Jack Chicken Burgers
Jalapeño Pepper Jack Chicken Burgers are a flavor-packed delight that combines the zesty heat of jalapeños with the creamy richness of Pepper Jack cheese. Perfect for summer barbecues or a cozy dinner at home, these juicy chicken burgers are sure to impress your friends and family. They are easy to prepare and customizable to suit every palate, making them a must-try recipe for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (3–4 breasts)
- 2 fresh jalapeños, finely chopped
- 1 cup Pepper Jack cheese, sliced
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 4 burger buns (brioche recommended)
- Lettuce and tomato slices for topping
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the jalapeños and gathering all other items.
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken with chopped jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and breadcrumbs until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into four equal patties about 1-inch thick.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat or preheat your grill. Cook each patty for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In the last minute of cooking, place slices of Pepper Jack cheese on each patty to melt while toasting your burger buns on another pan until golden.
- Assemble your burgers with lettuce and tomato, adding additional toppings as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken mixture for at least 30 minutes before shaping. Customize spice levels by adjusting the number of jalapeños or swapping them with milder peppers. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat patties in a skillet for best results.