Green Chili Chicken Burgers

Rating: 4.26 stars
91 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 47
  • 4 star values: 28
  • 3 star values: 10
  • 2 star values: 5
  • 1 star values: 1

These burgers are a slightly spicy Southwestern style sandwich. I came up with the idea for these burgers one night when I was feeling really creative, and they were a huge hit with my family.

 By Kelly
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Ingredients

4
Original recipe yields 4 servings
The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

Directions

  • To make the guacamole, place the avocado, cilantro, sour cream, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a food processor and pulse until smooth..

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  • Mix chicken, canned chiles, jalapeno pepper, green onions, oregano, salt, garlic powder, and pepper in a bowl. Form the mixture into 4 patties.

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat.

  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Grill each patty 5 minutes per side, until well done. Move the patties to a cooler area of the grill to keep warm, and top each patty with a slice of Cheddar cheese. Lightly grill the buns while the cheese is melting.

  • Spread the bottom of each bun with guacamole, and top with 1/4 cup of shredded lettuce and a grilled chicken burger. Spoon 1 tablespoon of salsa on each burger and top with the other half of the bun to serve.

Partner Tip

Reynolds® Aluminum foil can be used to keep food moist, cook it evenly, and make clean-up easier.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:
497 calories; 23.8 g total fat; 102 mg cholesterol; 1532 mg sodium. 33 g carbohydrates; 38.7 g protein; Full Nutrition

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SLJ6
Rating: 5 stars
07/05/2010
Excellent....I used half of a serrano pepper instead of the jalapeno and I also added 1 tsp. of cumin and 1 tsp. of chili powder to the meat mixture.....delicious! Thanks! Read More
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victoria1029
Rating: 1 stars
07/23/2010
When I read the recipe it sounded great and I took the advice of another reviewer by adding bread crumbs. The burgers fell apart on the grill so I switched them to the oven but they still did not stay together. The oregano was too strong also. I wont make this again. Read More
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91 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 47
  • 4 star values: 28
  • 3 star values: 10
  • 2 star values: 5
  • 1 star values: 1
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SLJ6
Rating: 5 stars
07/05/2010
Excellent....I used half of a serrano pepper instead of the jalapeno and I also added 1 tsp. of cumin and 1 tsp. of chili powder to the meat mixture.....delicious! Thanks! Read More
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SLJ6
Rating: 5 stars
07/05/2010
Excellent....I used half of a serrano pepper instead of the jalapeno and I also added 1 tsp. of cumin and 1 tsp. of chili powder to the meat mixture.....delicious! Thanks! Read More
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Shana McSunas
Rating: 5 stars
03/22/2010
Really good! I made a couple changes because I had some different things in the pantry and also because we like things real spicy! Guacamole: I added a few squeezes fresh lime (or lemon) and a lot of hot salsa also 1/3 chopped onion and 7 or 8 slices of jalapeno. Burger: 2/3's onion instead of green onion 1/2 tsp chili powder 15 jalapeno slices 1 piece of bread put through food processor I didn't use the green chile's I also used smoked provolone cheese instead instead of cheddar. It was sooooo delicious! Great recipe! Oh ya also for the kids I just saved some of the ground chicken and bread crumbs and added some salt and pepper chicken Worcestershire sauce and Parmesan cheese. I made them in tiny patties and my son said it was the best chicken nugget he ever had! Read More
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StephThomas
Rating: 5 stars
08/19/2010
These were delish! I used ground turkey and added some cumin and chili powder and topped with pepper jack cheese. I was afraid they would be dry but they turned out so good! I paired with sweet potato fries for a guilt-free burger & fries! Hubby said this definitely needs to go into permanent rotation! Read More
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Lynnette
Rating: 5 stars
05/04/2009
These were so yummy! I felt like I was eating a gourmet specialty burger at a pricey restaurant. The only things I did differently were omitting the jalapeno (because I didn't have any) and I added a diced tomato to the guacamole before blending. I highly recommend this recipe! Read More
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Pattie Lindsley Nelson
Rating: 4 stars
08/19/2010
Made this for a dinner with my girlfriends and it was a hit. Cut the oregano at least in half (and that was still too much in my opinion) and added about 1/2 tsp ground cumin. I used two avacados and added the juice from a lime to the guacamole and made smaller patties and put on slider buns. Yummy! It's a 5-star for me with these additions. Read More
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bresmom
Rating: 5 stars
08/04/2009
This was awesome!!!! First time trying ground chicken and this recipe did not disappoint. Will become a regular at my house!!! Read More
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victoria1029
Rating: 1 stars
07/23/2010
When I read the recipe it sounded great and I took the advice of another reviewer by adding bread crumbs. The burgers fell apart on the grill so I switched them to the oven but they still did not stay together. The oregano was too strong also. I wont make this again. Read More
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jae
Rating: 5 stars
04/20/2010
I can't resist making changes to recipes but this turned out amazing. Used less oregano salt and garlic. Added a bit of white pepper green hot sauce and cumin. Left out the black pepper and jalepeno. Added about 6 crushed saltines and an egg. Fried them and served them on pita buns topped with salsa sour cream cilantro and sliced avocado. They were spicy and fresh flavoured. Will definitely make again. Read More
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sabriel
Rating: 5 stars
12/07/2010
we broil them in our largest cast iron skillet 8-10 minutes on each side. so yummy. we also substitute onion and garlic powders for the real thing i dont like the way they crunch! used 5 fresh jalapenos red and green seeded. i added some frank's hot sauce to the burgers. Read More
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