Description
This Buffalo Chicken Jalapeño Burger recipe brings together the bold flavors of spicy buffalo sauce and fresh jalapeños with juicy ground chicken patties, topped with melty cheese and creamy ranch or blue cheese dressing, all stacked on toasted hamburger buns. Perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner that packs a punch in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Patties
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Assembly
- 4 hamburger buns, toasted
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce (for basting)
- 4 slices cheddar or pepper jack cheese
- 1/4 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 2 jalapeños, thinly sliced
- Lettuce, tomato, and red onion (optional toppings)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken with 1/4 cup buffalo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until all ingredients are well incorporated, ensuring not to overwork the meat for tender burgers.
- Form the patties: Divide the chicken mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a round patty about 1/2 inch thick, keeping them uniform for even cooking.
- Cook the patties: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the patties in the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes on one side until browned, then flip carefully. Baste the cooked side with buffalo sauce, then top each patty with a slice of cheese. Cover the skillet with a lid or a piece of foil to help the cheese melt, cooking for another 5-6 minutes until the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Toast the buns: While the patties are cooking, toast the hamburger buns until golden brown using a toaster or in another skillet.
- Assemble the burgers: Spread ranch or blue cheese dressing on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place the cooked chicken patty with melted cheese on top, then add thinly sliced jalapeños. Add optional toppings such as lettuce, tomato, and red onion if desired, and finish with the top bun.
- Serve immediately: Serve the Buffalo Chicken Jalapeño Burgers hot with your favorite sides like fries or a salad for a complete, spicy meal.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to control the heat level.
- For a milder option, remove the seeds from jalapeños before slicing.
- You can substitute ground chicken with ground turkey if preferred.
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked to avoid any food safety issues.
- Customize the cheese and dressing to your taste preference – pepper jack and blue cheese both pair well with buffalo flavor.
