Best 5 Grilled Mexican Chicken Burgers Recipes

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**Grilled Mexican Chicken Burgers: A Flavorful Twist to Your Burger Routine**

Craving a juicy, flavorful burger with a Mexican twist? Look no further than these Grilled Mexican Chicken Burgers. Made with ground chicken, a blend of Mexican spices, and fresh cilantro, these burgers are packed with bold flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Accompaniments like guacamole, salsa, and sour cream add an extra layer of richness and freshness, making each bite a delightful experience. Grilled to perfection, these chicken burgers are perfect for a casual backyard barbecue or a weeknight dinner.

**In this article, you'll find two irresistible recipes for Grilled Mexican Chicken Burgers:**

1. **Basic Grilled Mexican Chicken Burgers:**
- Savor the classic flavors of this recipe, where ground chicken is seasoned with a blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and garlic powder, creating a savory and aromatic patty.

2. **Loaded Grilled Mexican Chicken Burgers:**
- Take your burger game to the next level with this loaded version. In addition to the basic seasonings, this recipe incorporates diced jalapenos, roasted corn, and black beans into the chicken patties, resulting in a burst of flavors and textures in every bite.

Whether you prefer the simplicity of the Basic Grilled Mexican Chicken Burgers or the loaded version with its extra ingredients, both recipes offer a delicious and satisfying meal. So fire up your grill and get ready to indulge in these mouthwatering treats!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GREEN CHILE GRILLED CHICKEN BURGERS



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Moist and juicy green chile grilled chicken burgers, topped with avocado, salsa, and cheese! An easy, healthy recipe that everyone will love!

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground chicken breast
1 can chopped green chiles ((4.5 ounces))
2 green onions (finely chopped)
1 jalapeño pepper (seeded and diced)
1 teaspoon ground chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
4 slices pepper jack cheese
4 whole wheat hamburger buns
For serving: Sliced tomatoes (fresh cilantro, sour cream, sliced avocado, salsa)
Canola oil (for grilling)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, green chiles, green onion, jalapeno, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and salt. Divide and shape into 4 patties.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the grill to medium and prepare any desired burger toppings.
  • Lightly brush the grill with canola oil. Grill the burgers for 5 minutes, flip, then grill for an additional 3-5 minutes, until cooked through. During the last few minutes of cooking, top the burgers with pepper jack cheese and let melt. If desired, toast the buns on the grill as well.
  • Enjoy immediately with any desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 burger with whole wheat bun and cheese (no other toppings), Calories 334 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 38 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g

GRILLED CHICKEN BURGERS



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A nice break from typical hamburgers and much healthier for you. These chicken burgers are flavorful, fairly simple to make, and quite delicious. I serve these burgers on chive biscuits with tomato chutney. Eat to your heart's content!

Provided by Ter Denlinger

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Burger Recipes     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 onion, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup fresh sliced mushrooms
1 tomato, seeded and chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 pounds ground chicken
1 egg
½ cup fresh bread crumbs
1 tablespoon Old Bay (tm) Seasoning
kosher salt to taste
black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil grate.
  • Lightly spray a saute pan with cooking or oil spray over medium heat. Saute the onion with the garlic first, then the bell pepper, then the mushrooms, tomatoes and carrots, all to desired tenderness. Set aside and allow all vegetables to cool completely.
  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken and vegetables. Add the egg, bread crumbs and seasonings to taste. Mix all together well and form into 8 patties.
  • Grill over medium heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or to desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.5 calories, Carbohydrate 104.6 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 11.2 g, Protein 14.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 795.5 mg, Sugar 31.4 g

GRILLED MEXICAN CHICKEN BURGERS



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Taco seasoning jazzes up chicken burgers topped in Mexican style with guacamole, cheese and salsa.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb ground chicken or turkey
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
4 slices (1 oz each) Monterey Jack cheese
4 hamburger buns, split
1/4 cup guacamole
1/4 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. In large bowl, mix chicken and taco seasoning mix. Shape mixture into 4 patties, about 3/4 inch thick.
  • Place patties on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 14 to 16 minutes, turning once, until thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 165°F. Top each patty with cheese slice for last 2 minutes of cooking.
  • Place patties on bottoms of buns; top with guacamole, salsa and tops of buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1420 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1/2 g

MEXICAN CHICKEN BURGER



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Ready in under 20 minutes, this burger with spiced chipotle chicken breast, in toasted brioche with guacamole, makes for a satisfying weeknight treat for one

Provided by Katy Greenwood

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 18m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 chicken breast
1 tsp chipotle paste
1 lime, juiced
1-2 slices cheese
1 brioche bun, split
½ avocado
2 cherry tomatoes, chopped
3-4 pickled jalapeño slices, chopped
½ small garlic clove, finely grated

Steps:

  • Put the chicken breast between two pieces of cling film and bash with a rolling pin or pan to about 1cm thick. Mix the chipotle paste with half the lime juice and spread over the chicken.
  • Heat a griddle pan over a high heat. Once hot, cook the chicken for 3 mins each side until cooked through, adding the cheese for the final 2 mins of cooking. Add the bun, cut-side down, to the griddle pan to toast lightly. Season the chicken.
  • Meanwhile, mash the avocado with the remaining lime juice. Stir in the cherry tomatoes, jalapeño and garlic, and season with a little salt. Spread over the base of the bun, then add the chicken followed by the top of the bun.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 709 calories, Fat 34 grams fat, SaturatedFat 16 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 52 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 15 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 46 grams protein, Sodium 2.2 milligram of sodium

GRILLED CHICKEN RANCH BURGERS



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This is one of the most fantastic, flavorful burgers I've ever made. Ranch is a favorite in dips and dressings, and believe me, it doesn't disappoint in these burgers, either! -Kari Shifflett, Lake Mills, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup ranch salad dressing
3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 teaspoons pepper
4 pounds ground chicken
3 tablespoons olive oil
16 hamburger buns, split
Optional toppings: Tomato slices, lettuce leaves, sliced red onion, sliced cucumber, sliced avocado and ranch dip

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients. Add chicken; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape mixture into sixteen 1/2-in.-thick patties. Brush both sides with oil; refrigerate, covered, 15 minutes to allow patties to firm up., Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 3-4 inches from heat 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°. Serve on buns with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 498mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground chicken breasts and thighs for the best flavor and texture.
  • Season the chicken well with a variety of spices, such as chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and paprika.
  • Make sure the chicken mixture is well-chilled before forming into patties. This will help them hold their shape on the grill.
  • Grill the burgers over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  • Serve the burgers on buns with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, avocado, and salsa.

Conclusion:

Grilled Mexican chicken burgers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a summer cookout. They are also a healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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