Cheddar Ranch Chicken Burgers (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken Burger Patties

01 - 2 lbs ground chicken
02 - 1 egg
03 - ½ cup plain bread crumbs
04 - 1 oz ranch seasoning mix
05 - 3 garlic cloves, smashed and minced
06 - ½ cup finely diced onion
07 - ½ cup finely shredded cheddar cheese

→ For Assembling the Burgers

08 - Buns
09 - Bacon
10 - Lettuce
11 - Tomatoes
12 - Ranch dressing
13 - Additional veggies (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, bread crumbs, ranch seasoning mix, minced garlic, diced onion, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until evenly incorporated.
02 - Cover a baking sheet or a large cutting board with parchment paper. Shape the mixture into burger patties. Complete shaping all patties before cooking.
03 - Preheat a large cooking pan over medium heat and add a small amount of oil. Cook the patties for 6-8 minutes on each side, depending on their size, until fully cooked.
04 - Place cooked chicken patties on buns. Top with bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, and a drizzle of ranch dressing. Add additional veggies if desired.
05 - Serve the assembled burgers immediately to enjoy their full flavor.

# Notes:

01 - Mix the patty ingredients just until incorporated to prevent dense and dry patties.
02 - If the mixture is too sticky, wet hands with water to make shaping easier.
03 - The patty mixture can be chilled for 15-20 minutes to firm up before cooking.
04 - Burgers can be cooked on the stovetop, grilled, or baked for varied textures.
05 - Customize the toppings with avocado slices, pickles, or onions for extra flavor.
06 - Reheat leftovers gently to retain their juiciness.