Description
These White Cheddar Spinach Chicken Burger Wraps are a delightful combination of savory chicken, creamy white cheddar, and earthy spinach, all wrapped up for a convenient meal. Perfect for a quick family dinner or meal prepping, they offer a satisfying yet healthy option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken (93% lean or higher)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1 cup sharp white cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs (or panko breadcrumbs, almond flour, or crushed gluten-free crackers)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: pinch of dried dill or smoked paprika
- Large lettuce leaves (butter lettuce, romaine hearts, or collard greens) or whole wheat/low-carb tortillas
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (for sauce)
- Sliced avocado
- Ripe tomatoes, sliced
- Crisp red onion, sliced
- Thin cucumber slices
Instructions
- Finely chop your fresh spinach and shred your white cheddar cheese.
- Gather all your seasonings, egg, and breadcrumbs.
- Wash and separate your lettuce leaves or have your tortillas ready. Prepare any other toppings.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, finely chopped spinach, shredded white cheddar cheese, one large egg, and your breadcrumbs.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.
- Using your hands, gently mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
- Divide the chicken mixture into equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about ¾ to 1 inch thick, making a slight indentation in the center of each patty.
- Chill the formed patties in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes.
- Heat a tablespoon of olive oil or avocado oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Carefully place the patties in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Once the chicken burgers are cooked, let them rest for a minute or two.
- Lay out your chosen wraps and place a cooked chicken burger onto each wrap.
- Add your favorite toppings, including a generous dollop of Greek yogurt dill sauce, avocado, tomato, and red onion.
- Serve immediately while the burgers are warm and the lettuce is crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop, Baking, or Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: To prevent tough burgers, avoid overmixing the chicken mixture. If using fresh spinach, pat it dry if necessary, and for frozen spinach, ensure all moisture is squeezed out. Chill the patties before cooking for better texture.