Description
These juicy chicken burgers are loaded with creamy ranch-style flavor, gooey melted cheese, crispy fried onions and fresh toppings all stacked inside a soft, toasted bun. A halal twist on a viral favorite that’s guaranteed to hit the spot!
Ingredients
Chicken Patties:
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1 lb ground chicken (zabiha-certified)
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
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1 tbsp dried chives
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1 tbsp onion powder
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1/2 tbsp garlic powder
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1 tsp paprika
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 tbsp mayonnaise (halal-certified)
Assembly:
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4 burger buns (lightly toasted)
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4 slices halal cheddar or American cheese
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1 cup shredded lettuce
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1 tomato, sliced
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1/2 cup crispy fried onions
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1/2 cup halal ranch dressing
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Optional: lemon wedges or parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Make the Patties: Combine ground chicken, shredded cheese, chives, onion & garlic powder, paprika, pepper, salt, and mayo. Mix until fully combined.
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Form & Cook: Divide into 4 equal patties. Cook in a skillet over medium heat for 5–6 minutes per side or until cooked through (165°F internal temp).
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Melt Cheese: In the final minute of cooking, place a slice of cheese over each patty to melt.
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Toast Buns: Lightly toast buns on a skillet or grill.
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Assemble Burgers: Spread ranch on buns. Add lettuce, tomato, cheesy patty, crispy onions, and top bun.
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Serve Hot: Garnish if desired and enjoy immediately!
Notes
You can substitute with ground beef or turkey using the same spice blend.
Use homemade crispy onions or store-bought (ensure halal).
Want a kick? Add sliced jalapeños or a drizzle of spicy mayo.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Pan-fried / Grilled
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: ~460 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg