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    Apple Chicken Burgers

    Published: Jun 5, 2023

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    Apple Chicken Basil Burgers - Shredded apples in the burgers are key to having a great texture in these burgers. Gouda & basil complete it!

    Originally published July 4, 2012. Updated on 6/5/2023

    An apple chicken burger with basil mayo and gouda cheese.

    The other day, we were having breakfast at a local restaurant, when a menu card caught our eye.

    Among the various offerings was a chicken burger with roasted apple slices.

    Huh. That sounded kind of good, and we made the decision that I would have to take that idea and run with it - and soon.

    If words on a paper can make us drool when we're already stuffed to the gills with breakfast... well, that's some serious potential, right there.

    Well, inspiration came to fruition pretty quickly - we were blissfully enjoying these burgers the very next evening.

    An apple chicken burger with basil mayonnaise and gouda cheese.

    Not being facetious on the "blissful", either - these were amazing.

    I'm not usually a fan of poultry burgers, but I addressed my concerns (blah flavor, dry texture) by adding some shredded apple into the ground chicken - a weird epiphany, I know.

    It was also our first time "harvesting" our newly planted basil, and - especially after a LONG weekend working on our side yard - that made it feel even more special.

    I knew that my husband really - REALLY - enjoyed his burger, but had to laugh this morning when I went to pick up the images from the folder he'd saved them to.

    Instead of just "Apple Chicken Burgers" - how he'd normally name it - the folder was named "Freaking_Amazing_Chicken_Burgers".

    I guess he really loved these!

    Can't say I blame him, they really were ridiculously good. I'll probably be adding shredded apple to all future poultry burgers I make!

    An apple chicken burger with basil mayo and gouda cheese.

    How to Make Apple Chicken Burgers

    Mix together mayo and basil. Season with a little salt and pepper, to taste.

    A two part compilation image showing mayonnaise and chopped fresh basil on a cutting board, then the two mixed together in a small glass bowl.

    Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until needed. I’ll usually do this the morning of, or the night before.

    Combine chicken, grated apple, salt, pepper, and garlic. Gently use hands to get a really good mix going, making sure that everything evenly distributed and everything is well incorporated.

    A two part compilation image showing ground chicken, shredded apple, and seasonings in a bowl, then all of them mixed together in the same glass bowl.

    Divide meat mixture into 4 evenly sized balls. Flatten each ball into a patty that is roughly the size of your burger buns – maybe a little larger.

    A two part compilation image showing the chicken mixture divided into 4 balls on a parchment lined baking sheet, then formed into burgers on the same pan.

    Brush one side of each burger with olive oil, flip over onto grill, brush the other side with olive oil. Grill over medium heat until fully cooked.

    This is poultry – please cook until well done!

    While burgers are grilling, saute apple slices in olive oil and salt until they start to tenderize. You want a slight amount of crunch, but not TOO much!

    A two part compilation image showing sliced apples on a cutting board, then cooking in a nonstick frying pan.

    To Assemble the Burgers:

    Split the buns, spreading basil mayo on both halves of each bun.

    Two square white plates have a bun on each.  Both sides are spread with basil mayo, one side also has cheese slices on it.

    Arrange a layer of apple slices on top of the bottom bun half.

    Top with burger, and a generous layer of gouda slices.

    Crown with top bun, enjoy!

    An apple chicken burger with basil mayonnaise and gouda cheese.

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    An apple chicken burger with basil mayo and gouda cheese.

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    An apple chicken burger with basil mayonnaise and gouda cheese.

    An apple chicken burger with basil mayo and gouda cheese.
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    Apple Chicken Burgers with Basil Mayo and Gouda

    Shredded apples in the burgers are key to having a great texture in these chicken burgers. Apples, basil, and gouda all work fabulously together for well rounded flavour here.
    Prep Time20 minutes mins
    Cook Time20 minutes mins
    Total Time40 minutes mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American, BBQ
    Servings: 4 Burgers
    Calories: 657kcal
    Author: Marie Porter

    Ingredients

    Basil Mayo

    • ½ cup Mayonnaise
    • ¼ cup Basil Leaves finely chopped
    • Salt
    • Pepper

    Burgers

    • 1 pound Ground Chicken
    • ½ cup Grated Apple I tend to use golden delicious
    • ½ teaspoon Salt
    • ¼-1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
    • 2 Garlic cloves pressed or finely minced
    • ¼ cup Olive Oil

    Assembly

    • 1 Apple thinly sliced (I used golden delicious)
    • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
    • ¼ teaspoon Salt
    • Gouda Cheese Sliced
    • 4 Buns of choice Gluten free, if needed

    Instructions

    • Mix together mayo and basil, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until needed.
    • Combine chicken, grated apple, salt, pepper, and garlic. Gently use hands to get a really good mix going, making sure that everything evenly distributed and everything is well incorporated. Divide meat mixture into 4 evenly sized balls. Flatten each ball into a patty that is roughly the size of your burger buns – maybe a little larger.
    • Brush one side of each burger with olive oil, flip over onto grill, brush the other side with olive oil. Grill over medium heat until fully cooked. This is poultry – please cook until well done!
    • While burgers are grilling, saute apple slices in olive oil and salt until they start to tenderize. You want a slight amount of crunch, but not TOO much!
    • To assemble the burgers:
    • Split the buns, spreading basil mayo on both halves of each bun. Arrange a layer of apple slices on top of the bottom bun half.. Top with burger, and a generous layer of gouda slices. Crown with top bun, enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 657kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 898mg | Potassium: 712mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 122IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 89mg | Iron: 3mg

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    An apple chicken burger with basil mayonnaise and gouda cheese.

    An apple chicken burger with basil mayo and gouda cheese.

    Older Photos

    This post was recently updated with new photos. For posterity, here are the original images:

    An apple chicken burger with slices of gouda cheese and spread with basil mayonnaise, on a blue plate.

    An apple chicken burger with slices of gouda cheese and spread with basil mayonnaise, on a blue plate.

    An apple chicken burger with slices of gouda cheese and spread with basil mayonnaise, on a blue plate.

    An apple chicken burger with slices of gouda cheese and spread with basil mayonnaise, on a blue plate.

    An apple chicken burger with slices of gouda cheese and spread with basil mayonnaise, on a blue plate.

    An apple chicken burger with slices of gouda cheese and spread with basil mayonnaise, on a blue plate.

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    1. Hungry Guy

      August 20, 2014 at 4:38 pm

      5 stars
      Wow this looks really tasty. I have to try this!

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