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# Homemade Chicken Burgers — Easy Hamburguesas de Pollo

[Versión en Español](https://comidaschilenas.com/receta-de-hamburguesas-de-pollo/)

![Homemade chicken burger patties](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/homemade-chicken-burgers-featured.jpg)*Chicken burgers*

Homemade chicken burgers are ground chicken breast mixed with garlic, onion, parsley, egg, and breadcrumbs, shaped into patties, and pan seared in olive oil for 5 to 6 minutes per side until cooked through and golden. They take 15 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of cooking, and serve 4.

Quick, tasty, and versatile, they can be cooked in a skillet, on a griddle, in the oven, or on the grill.

Contents

- [1. How to Make Chicken Burgers?](#How_to_Make_Chicken_Burgers)
- [2. Nutritional Information](#Nutritional_Information)
- [3. Homemade Chicken Burger Recipe](#Homemade_Chicken_Burger_Recipe)
  - [3.1. Ingredients](#Ingredients)
  - [3.2. Instructions](#Instructions)
- [4. Additional Tips](#Additional_Tips)
  - [4.1. Juicier patties](#Juicier_patties)
  - [4.2. Gourmet touch](#Gourmet_touch)
  - [4.3. Check doneness](#Check_doneness)
  - [4.4. Wet your hands](#Wet_your_hands)
- [5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)](#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs)
  - [5.1. 1. Why do my burgers fall apart in the pan?](#1_Why_do_my_burgers_fall_apart_in_the_pan)
  - [5.2. 2. Can I use thigh instead of breast?](#2_Can_I_use_thigh_instead_of_breast)
  - [5.3. 3. How do I get a golden crust without burning the center?](#3_How_do_I_get_a_golden_crust_without_burning_the_center)
  - [5.4. 4. Can I freeze them shaped?](#4_Can_I_freeze_them_shaped)
- [6. Benefits of Chicken](#Benefits_of_Chicken)
- [7. Did You Know?](#Did_You_Know)
- [8. Recommended](#Recommended)

## How to Make Chicken Burgers?

Ideally, ask for the chicken to be ground when you buy it; otherwise, grind it at home with a meat grinder or chop it very finely with a sharp knife.

## Nutritional Information

Each chicken burger contains approximately 259 kcal, 26 g of protein, 10 g of fat (2.5 g saturated), 105 mg of cholesterol, 13 g of carbohydrates, 2 g of sugars, and 380 mg of sodium. These values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portion sizes.

## Homemade Chicken Burger Recipe

**Preparation:** 15 minutes
**Cooking:** 15 minutes
**Servings:** 4

### Ingredients

- 3 chicken breasts
- 1 egg
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon of parsley
- ½ cup of breadcrumbs
- ¼ onion, chopped
- Olive oil
- Fine salt
- Black pepper

### Instructions

1. Trim any fat from the chicken breasts, grind them in a meat grinder, and put them in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper, add the crushed garlic and the chopped onion and parsley, mix with a wooden spoon or clean hands, and let rest a couple of minutes.

![Skinless chicken breasts to grind for burgers](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/chicken-breasts-ground-burgers.jpg)*Chicken Breasts*

1. Beat the egg in a deep plate, add it to the meat with the breadcrumbs, and mix until even. Shape the burgers to the size you want by rolling a portion into a ball and flattening it with your palm or a spatula to the shape and thickness you like.

![Chilean pan frica buns for chicken burgers](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/pan-frica-chicken-burger-bun.jpg)*Pan Frica Buns*

1. Heat a splash of olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the burgers without crowding and cook for about 5 to 6 minutes per side, until cooked through and lightly golden. Serve with a main dish or in a sandwich on marraqueta or pan frica with the vegetables and dressings you like.

## Additional Tips

### Juicier patties

Add a tablespoon of plain yogurt or cream cheese to the mix for moisture without changing the flavor.

### Gourmet touch

A little lemon zest and chopped basil add freshness and aroma.

### Check doneness

Chicken must reach 74°C (165°F) in the center; cut one open or use a thermometer.

### Wet your hands

Damp hands keep the mixture from sticking while you shape the patties.

| Original ingredient | Substitute | Ratio | Flavor note |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Breast | Thigh | 600 g | Juicier, more flavor |
| Breadcrumbs | Rolled oats | ½ cup | More fiber |
| Parsley | Basil | 1 tbsp | Fresher |
| Onion | Spring onion | ¼ | Milder |

## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

### 1. Why do my burgers fall apart in the pan?

Too much moisture or not enough binding. If the mix is wet, add another tablespoon of breadcrumbs, and let it rest a couple of minutes so the crumbs hydrate and hold everything together.

### 2. Can I use thigh instead of breast?

Yes. Thigh has more myoglobin and intramuscular fat, so it is tastier and harder to dry out. With thigh you can use slightly fewer breadcrumbs.

### 3. How do I get a golden crust without burning the center?

Heat the olive oil over medium high before adding the patties to sear them, then lower the heat to finish cooking through.

### 4. Can I freeze them shaped?

Yes. Separate them with wax paper so they do not stick; they keep up to 3 months in the freezer.

## Benefits of Chicken

Chicken is an excellent source of protein, vitamins, and minerals such as iron, zinc, and potassium, and breast meat is low in fat, which makes it ideal for a balanced diet.

## Did You Know?

Chicken is the most consumed meat in Chile, ahead of pork and beef.

## Recommended

- [Chilean Homemade Burgers Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-homemade-burgers-hamburguesas-caseras-recipe/)
- [Chilean Pan Frica Burger Bun Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-pan-frica-homemade-burger-bun-recipe/)
- [Marraqueta Bread Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/marraqueta-bread-recipe/)
- [Chilean Potato Chupe Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-potato-chupe-de-papas-casserole-recipe/)