I like to do everything in an over the top manner. For example, look at this Juicy Chicken Burger with Fried Eggplant. I've stuffed it as much as I could. Here's a list of delicious things that I've stuffed it with:
1.) The burger patty is flavored with red bell pepper, oregano and paprika.
2.) Fried Eggplant Slices (cuz yum - it also adds a nice texture and depth of flavor).
3.) Tomatoes, lettuce and cheese (cuz no burger is complete without these three).
4.) Coriander Garlic Yogurt Dressing (it's delicious, refreshing and a nice change from other condiments).
5.) FRIES! FRIES!
It may look like this is a burger that's high maintenance. It needs too much of this and that to be completed, but seriously this is one of the best chicken burgers I've ever had. The individual steps are very easy too. And when you take a big juicy bite of the burger, it will be all worth it. You'll get the juicy chicken patty, the soft toasty bun, the creamy garlicky dressing, the fried eggplant, melty cheese, and crispy lettuce with the juicy freshness of tomatoes. And fries too, if you opt to stuff your burgers with them. 😉
It'll be mind blowingly delicious. I promise.
Juicy Chicken Burger with Fried Eggplant
Ingredients
- For the Chicken Patties
- 500 grams minced chicken
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- Fresh breadcrumbs I used 2 slices of white bread - and processed them in the food processor
- For the Fried Eggplant:
- 1 medium eggplant sliced in thin rounds (about 1/2 inch thick)
- 1/2 cup oil for frying
- For the Coriander Garlic Yogurt Dressing:
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 cup coriander leaves
- 1 1/2 cups yogurt
- Salt to taste
- For Assembling the Burgers
- Burger Buns
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomatoes
- Cheese I used cheddar
- French fries I bought mine frozen and baked them
Instructions
- For the Chicken Patties
- Mix all the ingredients thoroughly and place in the fridge (covered) for 1-2 hours.
- For frying the chicken patties: Shape them into medium thick patties (about the size of your palm) and place them into medium hot oil and fry until golden brown. It will take about 2 minutes on each side.
- For the Fried Eggplant Slices
- In a medium fry pan, heat oil on a medium high heat, and place the eggplant slices. Fry until golden brown, it will only take a few minutes. Place on kitchen paper to drain extra oil.
- For the Coriander Garlic Yogurt Dressing
- Pulse the garlic and coriander leaves in a food processor or chopper, until finely chopped.
- Add this and the salt to yogurt and mix until combined.
- Assembling the burgers
- Toast the burger buns lightly in a fry pan.
- Spread the coriander garlic yogurt dressing on both sides of the bun. Place the lettuce, then the chicken patty, top it with cheese, fried eggplant, tomatoes and fries if you wish.
- Enjoy!
Looking for more delicious stuff?
Crispy Lemon Chicken with Creamy Garlic Pasta
Spicy Chappli Kebab with Green Goddess Chutney
I thought I was the only one in the WORLD who put their fries IN their burger.
Good job!!
Now that's what you call a proper burger. The creamy dressing sounds like heaven!
Holy Burger Batman! Brilliant! Love the combo with the eggplant and that tangy dressing! Cant wait to try this!! LOVE IT!!
Um, WOW. Wajeeha. This looks absolutely scrumptious. I love that you've added a yogurt sauce! I would never have thought of that!! YUMMY! Thanks for sharing.
This reminds me how I used to add chips to my sandwiches! Love it! I could just gobble this burger up! Thanks for sharing!
Over the top indeed. I love fried eggplant but we've never thought to partner that with burger. Interesting combo to try!
PS: And of course I will stuff my burger with fries 🙂
I love the dressing on this.
That chicken burger looks amazing! Nicely golden and crispy ! Great job!
That fried eggplant and yogurt dressing combination sounds beyond good! All these burger pictures are making me insanely hungry. Is it lunch-time yet?? Counting down until I can try out this recipe. Pinning it ASAP.
-Lauren-
PS - Just saw your Community Buzzfeed post on Drool-Worthy Burgers - thank you so much for featuring my Turkey Burger, means a lot to be featured among all those yummy recipes!!!
This looks so yummy - I want to go make it right now!! Love that yogurt dressing. Pinned!!
This looks so decadent!! And delicious! Oh my word I need it now!
Oh what a burger! I absolutely love chicken burgers! Cannot wait to try it!
Um... Yum! I would love to have this for dinner tonight! What a burger!!!
Thank you Sara! 🙂
Eating it with my eyes - it looks amazing. Not for my diet at the moment but I so want to take a huge bite 🙂
This is one over the top and out of the park burger, and it looks absolutely divine!
Thank you Adri! Glad you liked it 🙂