Description

These juicy chicken burgers are mixed with spicy Korean gochujang paste, grilled to perfection, and topped with a rich, tangy kimchi bacon jam that’s totally next level. Serve on a toasted bun with crunchy slaw or pickled veggies for an epic bite.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Burgers:

1 lb ground chicken
2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
2 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 green onion, finely chopped
1/2 tsp ground ginger
Salt & pepper, to taste
Optional: 2 tbsp panko breadcrumbs for binding
Oil, for grilling

For the Kimchi Bacon Jam:

4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
1/2 cup kimchi, finely chopped
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp gochujang
1 tsp soy sauce

To Serve:

4 brioche or sesame burger buns, toasted
Mayonnaise, sriracha mayo, or garlic aioli
Optional toppings: Cucumber slices, pickled red onions, shredded cabbage, or lettuce

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Instructions

Make the bacon jam:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove excess grease, leaving about 1 tbsp in the pan.
- Add kimchi, brown sugar, vinegar, gochujang, and soy sauce.
- Simmer for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and jammy. Set aside.
Make the burger patties:
- In a bowl, mix together all chicken burger ingredients until just combined.
- Form into 4 equal patties. Chill in the fridge for 10–15 minutes to firm up if needed.
Cook the burgers:
- Heat a grill, grill pan, or skillet over medium-high heat with a little oil.
- Cook patties for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temp).
Assemble the burgers:
- Spread mayo or sriracha mayo on the bottom bun.
- Add the chicken burger, then top generously with kimchi bacon jam.
- Add any extra toppings like cabbage, cucumbers, or pickled onions.
- Cap it with the top bun and dig in!

Notes

Make it spicy: Add more gochujang to the patty mix or drizzle sriracha over the top.
Make it dairy-free: Use dairy-free buns and condiments.

Want a shortcut? Use store-bought bacon jam and stir in chopped kimchi!