Chicken And Lentil Burger Recipes

CHICKEN AND LENTIL BURGER

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Although they have a humble reputation, lentils are packed with protein and fiber. Serve them in burger form and they'll go fast.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Ground Chicken Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, diced small
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
3/4 pound ground chicken breast
1 can (15 ounces) lentils, rinsed and drained, or 2 cups cooked lentils
3 tablespoons fresh breadcrumbs
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
4 English muffins, split and toasted
Toppings (optional), such as lettuce, tomato, and ketchup

Steps:

In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high. Add onion and cook until lightly golden, 7 minutes. Add cumin and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Transfer to a large bowl and wipe out skillet with a paper towel. To bowl, add chicken, lentils, breadcrumbs, egg, cilantro, salt, and pepper. With your hands, mix until combined and form into 4 patties.
In skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium. Add patties and cook until golden brown and cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes, flipping once. Serve on muffins along with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 3 g

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