Crispy Chicken Smash Burgers
These lighter smash burgers feature lean chicken patties quickly smashed for a crispy edge and golden finish. Topped with creamy American cheese and placed on warm brioche buns, they’re customizable with fresh toppings like tomatoes, lettuce, or crunch-worthy pickles. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re a flavorful, no-fuss option for cutting back on red meat. Don’t forget a dollop of zesty burger sauce for that extra kick of flavor!
INGREDIENTS:
DIRECTIONS:
Slice up your tomatoes, shred the lettuce, grab some pickles, and set aside the burger sauce. Do this before starting so you’re good to go.
Take the ground chicken, pat it dry using a paper towel, and divide it into 2-ounce portions. Don’t squeeze them tight—just gently shape into loose balls. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper on each one.
Spread some mayo lightly on both inside parts of your buns. Heat up a big pan or griddle over medium-high. Coat it lightly with oil or cooking spray, then toast the buns until they’re golden. Remove and set them aside.
Place each chicken ball on the hot skillet. Put a small square of parchment paper on top, then press down with a spatula so they’re flat. Take off the paper gently and sprinkle a tiny bit more salt and pepper over the patties.
Let the patties cook for about 2–3 minutes on one side, until browned and the pink on top fades. Flip them over, put a cheese slice on half the patties, and cook the other side for around 1–1.5 minutes. Stack one non-cheese patty on top of a cheese-covered one.
Take your toasted buns and build the burgers by adding the stacked patties. Finish with your favorite toppings and serve right then.