Chicken Bruschetta Burgers
Cuisine: Dinner
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Serves: 6-8 burgers
 
Ingredients
Burgers
  • 1½ lbs. ground chicken or turkey
  • 1 egg + 1 egg yolk
  • ¾ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1 tsp. dried basil
  • ½ tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • ½ tsp. garlic powder
  • ½ tsp. onion powder
  • 1½ tbsp. olive oil
  • Canola or vegetable oil for cooking
  • Sliced provolone cheese for serving
  • Hamburger buns for serving
Bruschetta
  • 5-6 roma tomatoes, chopped
  • 4 tbsp. olive oil
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, sliced into ribbons
  • Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, mix together ground chicken/turkey, egg and egg yolk, bread crumbs, dried basil, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and olive oil.
  2. Heat canola or vegetable oil in a large skillet. Form the burger mixture into patties and cook over medium heat for 5-8 minutes per side until golden brown. Check the internal temperature to make sure it reaches 165 degrees.
  3. Place a slice of provolone on each burger and place a lid on the skillet to allow it to melt. Alternatively you can transfer the skillet to a broiler with the cheese on it for a few minutes to allow it to melt.
  4. While the burgers are cooking, make the bruschetta. In a small bowl combine tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, balsamic vinegar, salt, and basil, Stir to combine and add some freshly ground pepper to taste.
  5. Serve burgers (with buns or without!) topped with fresh bruschetta.
  6. Enjoy!
Recipe by For the Love of Gourmet at https://fortheloveofgourmet.com/chicken-bruschetta-burgers/