Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.38 pound

Ground chicken

0.5 cup

Caramelized onions

chopped

0.25 cup

Black kalamata olives

finely chopped

1 tsp

Fresh sage leaves

finely chopped

1 tsp

Hungarian paprika

1 tsp

Kosher salt

0.5 tsp

Black pepper

freshly ground

Step 1
~3 min

In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, caramelized onions, chopped black kalamata olives, fresh sage, and Hungarian paprika.

Step 2
~3 min

Mix the ingredients thoroughly with your hands until evenly distributed.

Step 3
~3 min

Divide the chicken mixture into 4 equal portions.

Step 4
~3 min

Shape each portion into a patty about 3/4 to 1 inch thick.

Step 5
~3 min

Gently handle the patties to avoid overworking the meat.

Step 6
~3 min

Prepare a grill to medium-high heat, waiting 15-20 minutes until the coals are glowing red.

Step 7
~3 min

Clean the grill grate with a wire brush and brush with oil.

Step 8
~3 min

Ensure the coals are covered with pale gray ash, indicating readiness for grilling.

Key Technique: Grilling
Step 9
~3 min

Season both sides of the chicken burgers with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 10
~3 min

Grill the burgers for about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare or 6 minutes per side for medium.

Step 11
~3 min

Alternatively, heat a cast iron skillet over high heat.

Step 12
~3 min

Cook the burgers in the dry skillet for 8-10 minutes per side for medium-rare or 10-12 minutes per side for medium.

Step 13
~3 min

Serve the burgers on buns or a platter with additional caramelized onions.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a slice of cheese during the last minute of cooking for a cheeseburger.

Serve with your favorite burger toppings like lettuce, tomato, and pickles.

Toast the burger buns for a better texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Patties can be made ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with sweet potato fries

Offer a side salad with a vinaigrette

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

American burger culture

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Barbecues
Summer cookouts

Occasion Tags

BBQ
Summer
Weeknight Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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