Description
Ranch cheddar chicken burgers bring bold flavors to weeknight dinners with juicy ground chicken and zesty ranch seasoning. Home cooks can easily craft these satisfying sandwiches that combine creamy cheese and herbed ranch for a quick, delicious meal you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) ground chicken
Binding and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) plain bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) finely diced onion
- 3 garlic cloves, smashed and minced
Seasoning and Cheese:
- 1 ounce (28 grams) ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup (56 grams) finely shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing bowl, blend ground chicken with egg, bread crumbs, ranch seasoning, garlic, onion, and cheddar cheese. Gently fold ingredients together, avoiding excessive mixing to maintain tender patty texture.
- Portion the meat mixture into uniform patties approximately 3/4-inch thick, creating 6-8 evenly sized burger portions.
- Heat grill or skillet to medium-high temperature, lightly greasing cooking surface to prevent adherence. Grill chicken patties for 5-7 minutes per side, ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for complete doneness. Patties should develop golden-brown exterior while preserving succulent interior.
- Quickly toast burger buns until lightly bronzed. Position cooked chicken patties onto prepared buns. Embellish with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato slices, tangy pickles, and additional cheddar cheese. Optional: Spread ranch dressing or mayonnaise across top bun for enhanced flavor profile.
- Present Ranch Cheddar Chicken Burgers immediately alongside preferred accompaniments like crispy fries, zesty coleslaw, or vibrant garden salad.
Notes
- Prevent Dry Burgers by avoiding overmixing the ground chicken and handling the meat gently to maintain moisture and tenderness during cooking.
- Boost Flavor Intensity by using fresh ranch seasoning mix and allowing the burger mixture to rest for 15-20 minutes before forming patties, which helps ingredients meld together.
- Ensure Food Safety by using a meat thermometer to confirm the internal temperature reaches 165F, guaranteeing chicken is completely cooked without becoming tough or dry.
- Customize Dietary Needs by substituting breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free crackers for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg