Go Back

Tandoori Chicken Burgers

Juicy burger with a kick of heat. The perfect summer burger!

Servings 4 patties

Ingredients

  • 1 package 16oz ground chicken
  • 1 serrano chili or jalepeno diced
  • 1/3 cup red onion diced
  • ½ tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp tandoori masala powder
  • ½ tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp ginger paste
  • ¼ tsp red chili powder
  • Salt pepper,
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder or more depending on preference
  • ¼ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tbsp. olive oil
  • ½ tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 package Trader Joe's Brioche Buns (4 buns)

Optional Toppings:

  • Sir Kensington's Siracha Mayo
  • pickled onions, or regular onions
  • slice of American Cheese
  • Trader Joe's Mango Ginger Chutney

Instructions

  1. Place chicken in a mixing bowl. Using a rubber spatula fold in diced jalapenos, diced red onion, minced garlic, cumin, tandoori masala powder, garam masala, ginger paste, red chili powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder and smoked paprika. Lastly, add in olive oil and lemon juice. Mix well to make sure all spices are incorporated.
  2. Line a large plate with parchment paper. Divide mixture into 4 piles and using your hand shape into patties. Place patties on the plate and cover with foil. Refrigerate for ~30 mins and then cook on a grill pan for 4-5 minutes on each side.

  3. Serve on a brioche bun. Top with mayo, pickled (or regular) onions, mango ginger chutney and a slice of american cheese.