Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce turn plain ground chicken into a flavor-packed, weeknight-friendly dinner. The patties stay moist thanks to grated onion and a hint of feta, while the cool, creamy tzatziki keeps every bite refreshing. Serve on toasted buns with tomato and lettuce, or skip the bread and plate them over my Healthy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi for a low-carb twist. No grill? No problem—everything cooks in one skillet.
Why You'll Love Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce – Easy Weeknight Dinner
Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce are ready in 40 minutes, family-friendly, and packed with Mediterranean flavor. Make tonight!
- One-bowl mixing + one-pan cooking means less mess
- Beginner-friendly: no fancy equipment, no resting time
- High-protein chicken keeps the meal light yet filling
- Make-ahead patties freeze beautifully for busy nights
Ingredients for Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce – Easy Weeknight Dinner
Ground chicken: use thigh meat for juicier burgers; swap with ground turkey if neededPanko: keeps texture light; substitute regular breadcrumbs or almond flour for GFFeta: adds salty tang; omit for dairy-free or sub grated zucchini for moisture
- Ground chicken: use thigh meat for juicier burgers; swap with ground turkey if needed
- Panko: keeps texture light; substitute regular breadcrumbs or almond flour for GF
- Feta: adds salty tang; omit for dairy-free or sub grated zucchini for moisture
Ingredient Note: Full measurements for Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce – Easy Weeknight Dinner are listed in the printable recipe card below.
How to Make Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce – Easy Weeknight Dinner
Step 1 — Prep & Preheat
Mix the patties: In a bowl, combine chicken, egg, panko, feta, onion, oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper and lemon zest. Gently mix—over-mixing makes tough burgers.
Step 2 — Cook and Build Flavor
Shape: Divide into 4 equal balls; flatten into ¾-inch patties. Press shallow thumbprint in center to prevent puffing.
Step 3 — Finish, Taste, and Adjust
Skillet sear: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium. Cook patties 5–6 min per side until golden and internal temp hits 165°F.
Expert Tips for Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce – Easy Weeknight Dinner
- Keep burgers ¾ inch thick; thinner dries out, thicker needs longer cook.
- Damp hands prevent sticking when shaping.
- Make double batch; freeze raw patties between parchment for instant meals.
Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce – Easy Weeknight Dinner
Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce are ready in 40 minutes, family-friendly, and packed with Mediterranean flavor. Make tonight!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken (93% lean)
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup plain panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp grated red onion (squeeze dry)
- 1 tbsp olive oil, plus more for the pan
Seasonings & Flavor Boosters
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Zest of ½ lemon
Optional Toppings
- 4 brioche or whole-wheat hamburger buns, toasted
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomato
- Quick tzatziki (recipe below)
Instructions
How to Make Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce
- Mix the patties: In a bowl, combine chicken, egg, panko, feta, onion, oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper and lemon zest. Gently mix—over-mixing makes tough burgers.
- Shape: Divide into 4 equal balls; flatten into ¾-inch patties. Press shallow thumbprint in center to prevent puffing.
- Skillet sear: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium. Cook patties 5–6 min per side until golden and internal temp hits 165°F.
- Rest & serve: Transfer to plate, tent loosely with foil 3 min. Serve on buns with a generous spoon of tzatziki.
Nutrition (per serving)
Storage, Freezing & Reheating
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended (texture changes).
- Serve/Reheat: Best chilled or at room temperature.
Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce – Easy Weeknight Dinner FAQs
Yes! Shape patties up to 24 hrs ahead; keep covered in fridge or freeze up to 3 months.
Goat cheese adds creaminess, or use grated zucchini for dairy-free moisture.
Refrigerate cooked burgers 3 days or freeze 3 months; store tzatziki separately.
Over-cooking is the culprit; pull at 165°F and let rest so juices redistribute.
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