Easy Chili Lime Chicken Burgers (Trader Joe’s Copycat)
If you’re searching for a quick and flavorful meal, look no further than these Easy Chili Lime Chicken Burgers, inspired by Trader Joe’s! Bursting with zesty lime, aromatic garlic, and vibrant veggies, these burgers are a fantastic choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. They’re not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to enjoy in a lettuce wrap or over mixed greens. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a healthy profile, they’re sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- ¼ cup green onion (finely chopped)
- ¼ cup bell pepper (finely diced)
- 2 tbsp cilantro (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ large lime (juiced)
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
- 3 cups mixed greens (divided)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- ½ lime
- Salt (to taste)
- 2 tbsp cilantro (finely chopped)
- 2 tomatoes (sliced or chopped)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground chicken with green onions, bell pepper, cilantro, minced garlic, kosher salt, red pepper flakes, and lime juice.
- Form the mixture into four equal patties using wet hands to prevent sticking.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook each patty for about 2 ½ minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Serve on a bed of mixed greens topped with sliced avocado and tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger patty (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg