Cheddar Spinach Chicken Patties (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken Patties Ingredients

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 pound ground chicken (dark meat preferred)
03 - 1/4 teaspoon ground oregano
04 - 1/4 cup shredded white cheddar (save extra for melting)
05 - 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
06 - 1 egg
07 - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
08 - Salt and black pepper as needed
09 - 2 minced garlic cloves
10 - 1/2 cup finely chopped spinach (fresh)

→ Burger Assembly

11 - Mustard or aioli (your choice, optional)
12 - Fresh lettuce leaves
13 - Tomato slices
14 - 4 hamburger buns

# Instructions:

01 - Put the ground chicken, spinach, cheese, bread crumbs, egg, garlic, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper into a big bowl. Stir gently until combined, but avoid over-mixing.
02 - Split the mixture into 4 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a burger about 1/2-inch thick. Press a little dent into the center with your thumb to stop it from puffing during cooking.
03 - Warm olive oil in a pan on medium heat. Fry the patties for about 5-6 minutes on each side until they're golden and hit an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). During the last minute or two, put extra cheese on top and cover the pan to let it melt.
04 - Toast the buns lightly if you’d like. Stack a cooked patty on each bottom bun, add lettuce, tomato, and any other fixings you want, then cap it off with the top bun. Enjoy right away!

# Notes:

01 - If using frozen spinach, thaw and squeeze out all water before using.
02 - Substitute gluten-free breadcrumbs and buns to make this gluten-friendly.