Description
These Chili Lime Chicken Burgers are juicy, flavorful, and packed with zesty lime and smoky chili spices! Topped with a fresh and creamy avocado salsa, these burgers are the perfect balance of spice, citrus, and creaminess. Whether you serve them on a bun or lettuce wrap, they make a delicious and healthy meal!
Ingredients
For the Chicken Burgers:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
For the Avocado Salsa:
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving:
- Burger buns or lettuce wraps
- Sliced jalapeños (optional)
- Extra lime wedges
Instructions
Make the Burger Patties:
In a large bowl, mix together ground chicken, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, lime zest, lime juice, and cilantro.
Form the mixture into 4 burger patties.
Cook the Burgers:
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat (or preheat a grill to medium-high).
Cook the burgers for 5–6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Make the Avocado Salsa:
In a small bowl, combine diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
Gently mix and set aside.
Assemble the Burgers:
Place the cooked chili lime chicken burger on a bun (or lettuce wrap).
Top with avocado salsa and optional sliced jalapeños for extra spice.
Serve with lime wedges on the side.