Feta Stuffed Chicken Burger
A chicken burger original with Mediterranean influence.
Nutrition Facts: 286 Calories, 18.5g Fat, 7mg Cholesterol, 533mg Sodium, 4g Carbohydrates, 2g Fiber, .75g Sugar, 26.4g Protein
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
- 16 oz. ground chicken
- 1 Tbs. fresh thyme, stalk removed
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- 3.5 oz. feta cheese, reduced-fat, crumbled
- 4 medium pita bread or 4 whole-grain buns*
- 4 small leaf lettuce, romaine
- 2/3 C roasted red peppers (no oil)
- 5 black olives, in brine, sliced
**not included in nutrition facts*
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium
- Mix together chicken, thyme, garlic and feta in a bowl
- Divide mixture into four balls and then press them gently into patties
- Grill the burgers for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through in the middle
- Warm the pita or buns under the grill and serve each with a burger, lettuce, peppers and olives
NOTE: You can use any herb to flavor these burgers; try fresh oregano, parsley or sage. Dried herbs can be used instead, but remember the flavor is stronger, so use only 1-2 tsp.
