Smash Chicken Burger

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground chicken
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/3 cup red bell pepper (finely diced)
• 2 tablespoons green onion (diced)
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 tablespoon avocado oil
• 4 slices cheddar cheese
• 2 strips turkey bacon (cooked)
• 2 toasted buns
• mayo
• sriracha
• red onion (sliced)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, red bell pepper, green onion, smoked paprika, Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, and garlic. Mix until well combined.

2. 2

   Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape into balls.

3. 3

   Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the meatballs in the skillet and smash down gently with a spatula to form patties.

4. 4

   Cook for about 4–5 minutes before flipping. Add cheese slices on top after flipping and cover until melted (3–4 minutes).

5. 5

   Assemble by spreading mayo and sriracha on toasted buns, topping with patties, turkey bacon, and red onion.