Description

These crisp chicken burgers with lemon mayo offer a delightful combination of juicy grilled chicken coated in golden toasted breadcrumbs, paired with a zesty and creamy lemon mayonnaise. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, these burgers bring a fresh twist to classic chicken sandwiches using simple ingredients and an easy grilling method.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Coating

4 chicken breasts
3 slices white bread, toasted
1 egg
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper, to taste

Lemon Mayo

Zest of 1 lemon
Juice from ½ lemon
4 tbsp reduced-fat mayonnaise
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

To Serve

4 ciabatta buns, warm or toasted
Salad of your choice (e.g., lettuce, tomato, cucumber)

Instructions

Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of cling film. Using a rolling pin, bash the breasts until they are about half their original thickness. This helps the chicken cook evenly and quickly.
Make the breadcrumbs: Place the toasted slices of white bread into a food processor and pulse until you have rough breadcrumbs. Tip these breadcrumbs out onto a plate for coating the chicken.
Prepare the egg wash: In a bowl, beat the egg and Dijon mustard together. Season with salt and pepper to your taste. This will help the breadcrumbs stick to the chicken and add flavor.
Coat the chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, letting any excess drip off. Then press each chicken breast firmly into the toasted breadcrumbs, making sure both sides are well coated.
Grill the chicken: Preheat the grill to high. Place the coated chicken breasts on a flat baking sheet and put them under the grill. Cook for about 10 minutes, turning once halfway through, until both sides are golden and crisp and the chicken is fully cooked through.
Make the lemon mayo: In a small bowl, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, and a good amount of freshly ground black pepper with the reduced-fat mayonnaise. Mix well until creamy and flavorful.
Assemble the burgers: Spread a generous amount of the lemon mayo onto the bottom half of each warmed or toasted ciabatta bun. Top with a grilled chicken breast and add salad of your choice. Cover with the top bun and serve immediately.

Notes

Using toasted breadcrumbs instead of frying saves time and reduces fat content while still achieving a crispy coating.
Adjust the lemon juice in the mayo to your preferred tartness.
Make sure the chicken is cooked through by checking that its internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
You can customize the salad toppings with your favorite fresh vegetables such as lettuce, tomato, cucumber, or avocado.
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken briefly in a mixture of lemon juice, garlic, and herbs before bashing and breading.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Western

Keywords: chicken burgers, grilled chicken, lemon mayo, crisp chicken, quick chicken recipe, healthy chicken sandwich, toasted breadcrumbs