Grilled Chicken Burgers with Chicken Sausage and Cumin-Lime Quick Pickles
Grilled Chicken Burgers with chicken sausage and Cumin-Lime Quick Pickles are the perfect blend of juicy, flavorful patties and zesty crunch. These burgers are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make, making them an ideal choice for summer barbecues or casual weeknight dinners. The combination of ground chicken and Mexican chicken sausage creates a succulent burger that is both satisfying and lighter than traditional beef options. Paired with refreshing quick pickles, these burgers promise to elevate your meal experience. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a family dinner, this recipe is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups Persian cucumbers
- 1/2 cup seasoned rice apple vinegar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/2 pound Mexican chicken sausage
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 2 cloves garlic
- Zest and juice of 2 limes
- Pinch of kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked salt
- 1/4 onion (grated)
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers into 1/8" thick rounds and salt them; let drain for about 2 hours.
- Combine seasoned rice apple vinegar, lime zest and juice, ground cumin, garlic powder, smoked salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Pour over drained cucumbers and let marinate for an hour.
- Mix bulk Mexican chicken sausage with ground chicken, grated onion, garlic, and black pepper in a large bowl; form into patties.
- Refrigerate patties for at least one hour before grilling.
- Preheat the grill to 450°F; reduce to medium heat. Grill patties for about six minutes per side until reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Assemble burgers on toasted buns topped with quick pickles, tomatoes, and lettuce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg