Jalapeño Pepper Jack Chicken (Print-Friendly Version)
Juicy chicken patties with spicy jalapeño and melted pepper jack cheese on toasted buns.
# Ingredients List:
→ Meat and Cheese
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450 g ground chicken
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120 g shredded pepper jack cheese
03 -
4 slices pepper jack cheese
→ Vegetables and Aromatics
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1 jalapeño, finely diced
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60 ml finely chopped onion (optional)
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 large tomato, sliced
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1/2 red onion, sliced into rings
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Lettuce leaves
→ Spices and Condiments
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Mayonnaise or chipotle mayonnaise
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120 ml guacamole or mashed avocado
→ Bread
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4 burger buns
# Detailed Cooking Steps:
01 -
In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, diced jalapeño, shredded pepper jack cheese, chopped onion if using, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly to integrate all ingredients.
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Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty approximately 2 cm thick.
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Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and lightly oil the surface. Cook patties for 5 to 6 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 74°C.
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During the final minute of cooking, place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each patty and cover to melt the cheese.
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Lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden.
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Spread mayonnaise or chipotle mayonnaise on the top buns. Layer lettuce, tomato slices, and onion rings on the bottom buns. Place the hot patties with melted cheese on top of the vegetables, add guacamole, and cover with the top buns. Serve immediately.
# Helpful Hints:
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Adjust the amount of jalapeño to control spice level according to taste.
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Serve with additional favorite burger toppings if desired.