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Maple Mustard Apple Chicken Burgers Recipe

Maple Mustard Apple Chicken Burgers Recipe
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These Maple Mustard Apple Chicken Burgers combine juicy ground chicken with crispy bacon, sweet apples, and a flavorful maple mustard sauce. Topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese and served on toasted brioche buns, these burgers offer a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors, making them an irresistible meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Burgers

  • 5 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup apple juice
  • 1 apple, chopped (about 2/3 cup)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 pounds ground chicken
  • 6 slices Monterey Jack cheese (or cheddar, smoked gruyere, etc.)
  • 6 brioche buns
  • Lettuce leaves
  • 1/2 red onion, sliced thin

For the Sauce

  • 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, mix together the Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and mayonnaise until smooth. Set aside in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the burgers.
  2. Cook the Bacon: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels, reserving 1 teaspoon of the bacon grease in the skillet.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Return the skillet with the reserved grease to medium heat. Add the minced red onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is tender and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  4. Deglaze and Cook Apples: Slowly pour in the apple juice to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer until the liquid evaporates, then add the cooked bacon, chopped apple, parsley, and dried sage. Continue cooking until the apples begin to soften, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Mix Burger Ingredients: Transfer the cooked mixture to a bowl and let it cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, panko bread crumbs, and the cooled apple mixture. Gently mix to combine without overworking the meat.
  6. Shape Patties and Chill: Form the mixture into 6 equal patties (or 4 larger ones), sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper, and refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to firm up.
  7. Grill Burgers: Preheat the grill to medium heat. Place patties on the grill, salt side down first, and cook for 6-7 minutes. Flip the patties, season the other side with salt, and cook an additional 6-8 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). In the last 2 minutes of cooking, top each patty with a slice of cheese to melt.
  8. Toast Buns and Assemble: Quickly grill the brioche buns cut side down until lightly toasted. Spread the maple mustard sauce on the bottom halves, add the chicken patties, then top with lettuce and thinly sliced red onion. Close with the top buns and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Chicken burgers can be frozen tightly wrapped for up to 3 months; thaw before cooking.
  • Any cheese such as cheddar or smoked gruyere can be substituted for Monterey Jack.
  • Handle the meat mixture gently to keep the patties tender and juicy.
  • Use fresh apples for best flavor and texture; Granny Smith or Fuji work well.
  • Make sure the internal temperature of chicken patties reaches 165°F (74°C) to ensure food safety.

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