Description
Chicken Zucchini Corn Burgers combine lean ground chicken, fresh zucchini, sweet corn, and aromatic spices for a flavorful, juicy patty. Paired with a zesty Greek yogurt sauce and a refreshing tomato-cucumber relish, this recipe offers a balanced meal that’s packed with protein and vegetables. Ideal for summer grilling or a weeknight dinner, these burgers are both satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 medium zucchini, coarsely grated and patted dry
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 ear fresh corn, kernels removed
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 medium red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil, for cooking
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, quartered
- 1/3 medium seedless English cucumber, finely diced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, and salt for the sauce. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
- Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, panko, zucchini, egg, garlic, corn, green onions, bell pepper, cumin, salt, coriander, black pepper, and cilantro. Gently mix and form into 4 to 5 patties.
- Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Sear each patty for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer seared burgers to a baking sheet and bake for 7 to 10 minutes, or until cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
- While burgers bake, mix tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, garlic, cilantro, lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl for the relish. Stir gently and let flavors meld.
- Serve burgers on buns, in pita, or wrapped in lettuce. Top with Greek yogurt sauce and tomato-cucumber relish.
Notes
For substitutions, use ground turkey for chicken or gluten-free breadcrumbs for panko. Prepare sauces and relish ahead for quicker meals; store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Cooked patties can be refrigerated for 3 days or frozen up to 2 months. Too wet mixture? Add more breadcrumbs. Too dry? Add a splash of olive oil or a bit more beaten egg.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying and Baking
- Cuisine: American