Open-face pesto chicken burgers are a healthy and flavorful twist on the classic burger. They're made with lean ground chicken, pesto, and a variety of fresh herbs and spices. The burgers are cooked in a skillet until they're juicy and tender, then served on toasted buns with your favorite toppings. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun and festive dish to serve at your next party, these open-face pesto chicken burgers are sure to be a hit.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
OPEN-FACE PESTO-CHICKEN BURGERS RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by á-175897
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In bowl combine ground chicken, half of the pesto, the Parmesan, garlic, and salt. Shape into four 1/2-inch-thick oval patties (to fit bread). Halve ciabatta horizontally. Brush cut side of ciabatta or both sides of Italian bread with olive oil; set aside (reserving any extra oil). For a charcoal grill, place patties on greased rack directly over medium coals. Grill, uncovered, 10 to 13 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink (165 degrees), turning once halfway through grilling. Top each patty with a mozzarella slice. Cover grill; grill 1 to 2 minutes more or until cheese is melted. Add bread and grill for 1 to 2 minutes per side or until toasted. (For gas grill, preheat grill. Reduce heat to medium. Place patties on grill rack over heat. Cover; grill as above.) Arrange greens on toasted bread. Top with chicken patties and tomato slices. Stir any remaining olive oil into remaining pesto and drizzle over all. Sprinkle with coarsely ground black pepper. Makes 4 servings.
OPEN-FACED CHICKEN AVOCADO BURGERS
To dress up each chicken avocado burger, spread the Italian bread with creamy mayo and top with thick slices of fresh mozzarella and tomato. Serve with buttered boiled potatoes or a salad. -Lisa Hundley, Aberdeen, North Carolina.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings plus 1/4 cup leftover spread.
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a blender, combine the first eight ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Chill until serving. For burgers, in a small bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, pesto, garlic and salt. Crumble chicken over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties., In a large skillet over medium heat, cook burgers in 2 tablespoons oil until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear, 5-7 minutes on each side . Top with cheese; cover and cook 1 minute longer., Meanwhile, brush bread with remaining oil; place on a baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat until toasted, 1-2 minutes on each side., Spread each slice of toast with 2 tablespoons avocado spread (refrigerate remaining spread for another use). Top with arugula, a burger and sliced tomato. Sprinkle with basil and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 723 calories, Fat 55g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 849mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein.
PESTO CHICKEN BURGERS
Rethink your burger with ground chicken. Then add tomatoes and fragrant pesto to give this sandwich a delicious twist.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Ground Chicken Recipes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a food processor, puree basil, spinach, garlic, walnuts, oil, and 1 tablespoon water. Season pesto with salt and pepper.
- Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high. Combine 1 tablespoon pesto, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and chicken and form into 4 patties. Clean and lightly oil hot grill. Brush tomatoes with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill patties, covered, 4 minutes. Flip patties and top with cheese. Add tomatoes to grill and cook, flipping once, until tomatoes are lightly charred and burgers are opaque throughout, 4 minutes.
- Assemble sandwiches in focaccia with pesto, burgers, and tomatoes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 530 g, Fat 27 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 6 g
PESTO CHICKEN BURGERS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Toss the cut-up bun with 3 tablespoons water in a large bowl; set aside 1 minute. Add the chicken, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste; mix with your hands until combined. Form into four 3/4-inch-thick patties. Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the almonds and cook, stirring, until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes. Set aside 1 tablespoon almonds for the salad; transfer the rest to a blender along with the oil from the pan. Do not wipe out the skillet. Increase the heat under the skillet to medium high. Add the chicken patties and cook until no longer pink, 7 to 8 minutes per side. Meanwhile, add the whole tomato to the blender and process until smooth. Add the basil and 1/4 teaspoon salt; pulse until almost smooth. Add the parmesan; pulse until combined. Season with salt and pepper. Serve the burgers on the buns; top each with a spoonful of pesto and a tomato slice. Toss the remaining pesto with the arugula, the reserved 1 tablespoon almonds and the lemon juice; serve with the burgers.
OPEN-FACE CHICKEN PARMESAN BURGERS
We love chicken Parmesan and thought, "Why not make it a burger?" I like to use fresh mozzarella on these. I've also made the patties with ground turkey. -Charlotte Gehle, Brownstown, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Add chicken; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick oval patties., Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°. Top burgers with 1/2 cup spaghetti sauce and cheese. Cover and grill 30-60 seconds longer or until cheese is melted., Grill bread, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 30-60 seconds on each side or until toasted. Top with remaining spaghetti sauce. Serve burgers on toasted bread. Freeze option: Place patties on a plastic wrap-lined baking sheet; wrap and freeze until firm. Remove from pan and transfer to an airtight freezer container; return to freezer. To use, grill frozen patties as directed, increasing time as necessary for a thermometer to read 165°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 784mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh pesto. Store-bought pesto can be used, but it may not have as much flavor.
- If you don't have any pesto, you can make your own by combining basil, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and garlic in a food processor.
- Feel free to use any type of bun or bread that you like. Ciabatta rolls, hamburger buns, and English muffins are all good options.
- To make the chicken burgers extra crispy, cook them in a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- If you don't have a grill pan, you can also cook the chicken burgers in a regular skillet over medium heat.
- Top the chicken burgers with your favorite toppings. Some good options include avocado, tomato, cheese, and lettuce.
Conclusion:
Open-face pesto chicken burgers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. They're perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and they can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give these burgers a try!
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