This Easy Ground Chicken Burger Recipe in the Air Fryer are perfect for a quick weeknight meal or easy meal prep. Ground chicken, breadcrumbs, garlic, fresh herbs, mustard, and seasoning make up these easy chicken burgers. Serve on a toasted bun with a smear of your favorite mayo, pickles, and shredded lettuce for a bite full of different textures and flavors.
High in protein and mild enough for even the picky eaters, the whole family will love this recipe. These burgers are made in the air fryer making them perfect for off season months or rainy days!
You might also like these ground chicken piccata meatballs or this orange chicken! Find all of my chicken and air fryer recipes here for more inspiration!
Why You’ll Love Them
- Healthy & Fast: Air frying makes this a healthier alternative and you’ll have crispy, golden patties in just 12-15 minutes! Better yet, if you can’t make it outside to grill or don’t have a spot to grill, these come out with a similar golden brown exterior and juicy interior.
- Customizable: You can easily add your favorite herbs (like dill, fresh thyme, or oregano) or other spices (like cayenne, Italian, or cumin) to personalize the flavor of the chicken patties.
- Egg-free: unlike some chicken burger recipes, this one is egg free. Mustard and breadcrumbs are used to hold the patties together.
- Versatile Topping Options: Choose your favorite burger toppings—fresh lettuce, tomato, pickles, cheese, or even avocado—for a fresh and satisfying meal. These are best on a toasted brioche bun!
- Perfect for Meal Prep: Make a batch ahead of time and store in the fridge for easy lunches or dinner options throughout the week. The burgers can easily be reheated in the microwave or air fryer.
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Homemade Chicken Burgers
Chicken burgers have endless flavor combinations so they are great for family dinners. Ground chicken can be a nice substitute to traditional ground beef burgers. Utilizing the air fryer for this means no turning on the oven or preheating a grill, these could also be cooked on an outdoor grill or grill pan.
Serve these homemade burgers with a light lettuce salad, French fries, your favorite chips, a fruit salad, or a quick pasta salad. Make these for a week’s worth of meal prep in no time, they can easily can be reheated for a quick lunch or dinner.
Key Burger Patty Ingredients
This recipe is made with just a handful of simple ingredients, several you may already have in your pantry. If a ingredient has a substitute, you’ll find it below:
- Chicken: lean ground chicken can be found in the poultry section of your grocery store. Substitute ground beef or ground turkey if desired.
- Garlic: add as many fresh garlic cloves as desired, I use upwards of around 4 or 5 cloves. Jarred minced garlic can be a substitute. Use garlic powder in a pinch.
- Seasonings: kosher salt, fresh cracked black pepper, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder add flavor to these burgers. But the seasonings can be customized.
- Herbs: fresh parsley, fresh dill. oregano, or basil can all add flavor to the burgers. Fresh herbs are better than dried.
- Mustard: Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, honey mustard, or spicy brown mustard will all work to bind the burgers together and add extra flavor.
- Breadcrumbs: plain breadcrumbs, Italian breadcrumbs, or gluten-free breadcrumbs will work.
- Burger fixings: brioche buns, lettuce, pickles tomato, sauce, and cheese.
How To Make The Juicy Chicken Burgers
Let’s talk a little about how to make the Easy Ground Chicken Burger Recipe in the Air Fryer (The printable instructions are in the recipe card below.)
Quick overview:
- Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl.
- Portion the ground chicken mixture into 4 burger patties.
- Air fry until golden brown and enjoy!
- Add the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, mustard, parsley, garlic, and seasonings to a large mixing bowl, mix until evenly combined. Divide the patty mixture into 4 portions and roll into burger patties.
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and add in the chicken patties. Air fry for 13-15 minutes, flipping half way through. Patties are done once they are golden brown and have an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
- Serve immediately with your favorite buns and burger fixings.
Recipe Variations & Serving Ideas
- Classic Burger Style: Top the chicken patty with a slice of melted cheddar cheese, mozzarella, blue cheese, or American cheese. Add fresh lettuce, tomato, and pickles, then serve on a toasted brioche or sesame seed hamburger buns. A smear of mayo or homemade burger sauce adds the finishing touch.
- Spicy Jalapeño Burger: For a spicy kick, add sliced jalapeños, pepper jack cheese, and a dollop of chipotle mayo or sriracha sauce.
- Avocado & Bacon Burger: Top your chicken patty with mashed avocado or guacamole, crispy bacon, and thick slice of tomato.
- Mediterranean Chicken Burger: Make it Mediterranean by topping with tzatziki sauce, sliced cucumber, red onion, and a few crumbles of feta cheese. Serve on a pita or whole-grain bun.
- Low-Carb Lettuce Wrap: If you’re avoiding carbs, wrap your chicken burger in large butter or iceberg lettuce leaves instead of a bun. Add your favorite toppings (cheese, tomato, onions, avocado) and enjoy a fresh, crunchy, and light option.
Tools I Recommend Using
- Instant 6 qt. Air Fryer – Sleek and functional, the perfect size for 2-3 people. I like this because it has a tray in the bottom which make cleaning easy and it allows for air to circulate evenly. It has a large tray so you don’t have to do so many batches and a window to see into the air fryer while cooking! Any brand of air fryer will work for this recipe.
- Metal Spatula – slim and compact, this spatula is perfect for flipping the patties in the air fryer.
- Pyrex Mixing Bowl Set – I love this set of nesting bowls. I use them for everything, Pyrex glass does not break easily so you can trust on these bowls for years, plus they come in 3 useful sizes and can be stacked!
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Recipe Serving Suggestions
The best way to serve these chicken patties is fresh out of the air fryer while warm and golden brown. If you’re looking to elevate the meal, try serving them with some of these fresh side dishes to make a more complete meal.
- Sweet Potato Fries – a crispy, shortcut air fryer side everyone will love!
- Zoe’s Kitchen Pasta Salad – a simple, but flavorful pasta salad.
- Kale Crunch Salad with Dressing – inspired by the Chick Fil A salad itself.
- Baked Mac and Cheese – creamy white cheddar mac baked until golden brown.
Storage
Easily store leftover burgers for meal prep or leftovers. Allow remaining chicken burgers to cool completely and store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. To reheat, warm patties in the air fryer, oven, or microwave.
Recipe FAQs
Can I make the chicken burgers ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the patties ahead of time and store them in the fridge for up to 24 hours. If you want to store them longer, you can freeze the patties for up to 3 months and cook them straight from the freezer.
Can I air fry frozen chicken patties?
Yes, you can air fry frozen chicken patties straight from the freezer. Preheat air fryer at 350 for 18-20 minutes. Air fry for 18-20, flipping halfway through. Check that the internal temperature is 165, if not air fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until done!
How long do you cook chicken patties in the air fryer?
Homemade chicken patties cook in about 15 minutes in the air fryer at 400 degrees F. Cooking time may need to be adjusted based on size and thickness.
How do I keep my chicken burger patties from falling apart?
To prevent the patties from falling apart, make sure to add a binding agent like breadcrumbs. Also, chilling the patties in the fridge for 20-30 minutes before cooking can help them hold together if needed.
Can I use a different meat instead of chicken?
Yes! You can substitute ground turkey, lean ground beef, or even plant-based alternatives if you’re looking for a different option.
Easy Ground Chicken Burger Recipe in the Air Fryer
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Ground chicken
- 1/2 cup Plain breadcrumbs , gluten-free will work
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2-3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Kosher salt
- Fresh cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- 1/4 tsp Chili powder
Instructions
- Add the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, mustard, parsley, garlic, and seasonings to a large mixing bowl, mix until evenly combined. Divide into 4 portions and roll into burger patties.1 lb. Ground chicken , 1/2 cup Plain breadcrumbs , 1 tbsp Dijon mustard , 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, 2-3 cloves Garlic, 2 tsp Kosher salt, Fresh cracked black pepper , 1 tsp Garlic powder, 1 tsp Onion powder , 1/2 tsp Paprika , 1/4 tsp Chili powder
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and add in the chicken patties. Air fry for 13-15 minutes, flipping half way through. Patties are done once they are golden brown and have an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
- Serve immediately with your favorite buns and burger fixings.
Notes
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