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Crack Chicken Burger

A creamy, smoky, and cheese-packed burger that reinvents your weekday dinners, all made in one pan.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1½ pounds ground chicken breast
  • ½ cup cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
  • 4 strips bacon (cooked and chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 4 pieces brioche or burger buns
  • 4 slices white cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup ranch dressing or BBQ sauce
  • Fresh lettuce leaves

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheddar, chopped bacon, minced garlic, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently.
  2. Divide the mixture into 4 portions and shape them into patties. Press them slightly flat.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly oil it to prevent sticking.
  2. Cook each patty for 5–6 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  3. Place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking and cover until melted.
  4. Lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or pan.
Assembly
  1. Assemble the burgers: bottom bun → lettuce → tomato → onion → patty → top bun.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately and enjoy hot!

Notes

Serve with a side of crispy fries or a fresh salad. You can drizzle some BBQ sauce or ranch on top for an extra kick. Leftovers can be stored for 3–4 days in an airtight container. For make-ahead, prep the mixture and keep it in the fridge for up to a day before cooking.