Chicken Parm Burgers
Make juicy Chicken Parm Burgers with marinara, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. An easy 20-minute dinner recipe the whole family will love.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- mixing bowl (large)
- large skillet
- small saucepan
- cooking spatula
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- ¾ cup marinara sauce divided
- ⅓ cup plain breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese finely grated
- 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella
- 4 burger buns or ciabatta rolls toasted
- fresh basil or arugula if desired
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, ¼ cup marinara sauce, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.1 pound ground chicken, ¾ cup marinara sauce, ⅓ cup plain breadcrumbs, ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape into patties.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the burgers for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.1 tablespoon olive oil
- While the burgers cook, warm the remaining ½ cup of marinara sauce in a small saucepan.
- Once cooked, spoon warm marinara over each burger and top with a slice of mozzarella cheese. Cover the skillet for a few minutes until the cheese melts. Alternatively, place the burgers under the broiler briefly to melt the cheese.4 slices fresh mozzarella
- Serve on toasted burger buns with additional marinara sauce, fresh basil, or arugula if desired.4 burger buns or ciabatta rolls
Notes
🥡 STORAGE
- Store leftover burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Store buns separately for the best texture.
♨️ REHEATING
- Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat until warmed through.
- Microwave in 30-second intervals until heated.
- Add fresh mozzarella after reheating if desired.
❄️ FREEZING
- Freeze uncooked patties for up to 2 months.
- Place patties on a baking sheet and freeze until solid before transferring to a freezer-safe container or freezer bag.
- Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before cooking.
💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS
- Do not overmix the chicken mixture.
- Use a meat thermometer and cook to 165°F.
- Warm the marinara before topping the burgers.
- Toast the buns to prevent sogginess.
- Freshly grated Parmesan provides the best flavor.
- Fresh mozzarella melts beautifully and gives the best chicken Parmesan flavor.
🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS
Grill Method
- Grill burgers over medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes per side or until they reach 165°F.
- Add marinara and mozzarella during the final minutes of cooking.
- Close the grill lid until the cheese melts.
Oven Method
- Bake burgers at 400°F for 15 to 18 minutes or until they reach 165°F.
- Top with marinara and mozzarella during the final few minutes of cooking.
♻️ LEFTOVERS
- Slice leftover burgers and serve over pasta.
- Chop and add to salads.
- Use in wraps or sandwiches.
- Serve over garlic bread for an easy chicken Parmesan-style meal.
📝 NOTES
- Adding marinara sauce to the burger mixture helps keep the burgers moist and juicy.
- Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs can be used in place of plain breadcrumbs and Italian seasoning.
- Fresh basil and arugula make excellent toppings.
- Ciabatta rolls provide a sturdy option for holding the sauce and cheese.
Nutrition
Serving: 1burger | Calories: 473kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 124mg | Sodium: 988mg | Potassium: 842mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 452IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 322mg | Iron: 4mg
