Description
A flavorful Mexican chicken burger featuring a juicy chipotle-spiced chicken breast topped with melted cheese, fresh avocado salsa with cherry tomatoes and pickled jalapeños, all served on a toasted brioche bun. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal with a smoky, tangy kick.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Patty
- 1 chicken breast
- 1 tsp chipotle paste
- 1 lime, juiced (divided)
- 1–2 slices cheese
- Salt, to season
Burger and Toppings
- 1 brioche bun, split
- ½ avocado
- 2 cherry tomatoes, chopped
- 3–4 pickled jalapeño slices, chopped
- ½ small garlic clove, finely grated
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breast between two pieces of cling film and gently pound it with a rolling pin or a heavy pan until it is about 1cm thick. This ensures even cooking and a tender texture.
- Season Chicken: In a small bowl, mix the chipotle paste with half of the lime juice. Spread this mixture evenly over the flattened chicken breast to impart a smoky and citrusy flavor.
- Cook Chicken: Heat a griddle pan on high until very hot. Place the chicken breast onto the pan and cook for 3 minutes on one side. Flip the chicken and add the cheese slices on top for the last 2 minutes to allow them to melt while the chicken finishes cooking through. Season the chicken with salt to taste.
- Toast the Bun: While the chicken is cooking, place the brioche bun cut-side down on the griddle pan to toast lightly; this should take about 1-2 minutes and will add a beautiful crispness and flavor to the bun.
- Make Avocado Salsa: In a small bowl, mash the avocado with the remaining lime juice. Stir in the chopped cherry tomatoes, pickled jalapeños, and finely grated garlic. Season lightly with salt to balance the flavors.
- Assemble the Burger: Spread the avocado salsa generously over the base of the toasted bun, layer on the cooked chipotle chicken breast with melted cheese, and place the top bun over it. Serve immediately to enjoy the warm, melty, and fresh combination.
Notes
- To ensure the chicken cooks evenly, pound it to an even thickness before seasoning.
- Use fresh lime juice to brighten the flavors in both the chicken and avocado salsa.
- Pickled jalapeños add a tangy heat; adjust quantity based on how spicy you like your burger.
- For a lower-fat option, use a reduced-fat cheese or omit it entirely.
- Serve with a side salad or crispy fries for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: Mexican chicken burger, chipotle chicken, avocado salsa burger, spicy chicken sandwich, brioche bun burger
