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Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Slaw
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Greek Chicken Burgers With Tzatziki Slaw

Juicy Mediterranean-style chicken burgers seasoned with garlic, herbs, and lemon, topped with a refreshing tzatziki slaw made with yogurt, cucumber, and cabbage. A fresh and flavorful burger perfect for quick dinners or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For The Chicken Burgers
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/4 cup finely grated yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons plain breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
For The Tzatziki Slaw
  • 1 cup finely shredded green cabbage
  • 1/2 cup finely shredded red cabbage
  • 1/2 cup grated cucumber squeezed dry
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 small clove garlic very finely grated
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Assembling
  • 4 soft burger buns
  • 4 lettuce leaves
  • 1/4 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for toasting buns

Method
 

  1. Prepare the tzatziki slaw first so the flavors can develop. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded green cabbage, red cabbage, and grated cucumber.
  2. Add the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, chopped dill, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until the cabbage is evenly coated in the creamy dressing.
  3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes. This allows the slaw to soften slightly while staying crisp and refreshing.
  4. In another bowl, prepare the burger mixture. Add the ground chicken, grated onion, minced garlic, parsley, dill, oregano, salt, black pepper, paprika, lemon juice, and breadcrumbs.
  5. Gently mix the ingredients with your hands or a fork just until everything is combined. Avoid overmixing, which can make the burgers dense.
  6. Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into burger patties about 3/4 inch thick.
  7. Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
  8. Place the chicken patties in the hot pan and cook for about 5–6 minutes on the first side until golden brown.
  9. Flip the patties and cook another 5–6 minutes until fully cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  10. While the burgers finish cooking, lightly brush the burger buns with olive oil and toast them in a separate pan or on the grill until lightly golden.
  11. Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom bun, followed by the hot chicken patty.
  12. Spoon a generous layer of tzatziki slaw over the patty.
  13. Top with sliced red onion, diced cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes.
  14. Finish with the top bun and serve immediately.