Chipotle Cheddar Chicken Burgers.

A new summer grilling favorite, Chipotle Cheddar Chicken Burgers. Smoky, slightly spicy, chipotle-seasoned chicken burgers grilled until crispy with melty cheddar cheese. The burgers are then sandwiched between toasted buns and topped with creamy, spicy-sweet, smoky mayo. These yummy chicken burgers are simple to make and full of so much flavor. Friends and family will love them!

If you scroll through the 3000+ recipes on this website, you will only find a handful of burger recipes. I’m not going to lie, I never make burgers. My thinking is that a good burger is a good burger. You need high-quality beef, cheese, and really good buns. Add any and all extras that you enjoy. Could be pickles, bacon, mayo, or nothing. A good cheeseburger is just that, simple and delicious. It doesn’t need anything too fancy, especially when you’re making them at home.

That said, I still have ideas, just not really for beef burgers, as those are yummiest just as they are.

But a chicken burger? Well, that needs some additional flavor. I have loved the idea of this burger for the longest time. And with the 4th of July being tomorrow, the time to share was now or never.

So here we are, these are my chipotle cheddar chicken burgers. I don’t love the photos (I hate shooting burgers!), but I do love the recipe.

The details

Step 1: mix the burger ingredients

Working in a bowl, mix together everything needed for the burger patty. Panko bread crumbs, chopped chipotle in adobo, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Simple seasoning, but so yummy.

And the panko bread crumbs help the burgers hold up nicely while cooking.

Step 2: form the burgers

Now divide the meat into four pieces and then shape them into four burgers. I like to make mine thinner to ensure even cooking.

You can grill the burgers on an outdoor grill, in a grill pan, or in a skillet. I prefer a skillet, but do what’s most convenient for you.

Step 3: cook up the burgers

The key to cooking these is low and slow over medium heat. This ensures they cook evenly all the way through. Then add the cheese slices and let them get nice and melty.

During this time, I also toast up my buns.

Step 4: make the herby corn + mayo

Mix cilantro, grilled corn, chili powder, lime juice, and sea salt.

The mayo comes next, it’s a spicy/smoky/sweet mayo. So mayo, chipotle, and sweet Thai chili sauce. I’m telling you this sauce is so addicting. I just know you’ll love it.

Step 5: now assemble

Keep it simple. Take the toasted buns and spread them with a good slather of mayo. Then the cheesy burgers, avocado (I recommend a little sea salt on top), and corn.

Finish with the top bun and serve with extra mayo on the side. And I wouldn’t say no to some ketchup too, I do love me some ketchup.

A great burger recipe for summer, and of course, the 4th. Everyone’s going to really enjoy these. And we just love how easy they are too!

Oh, and serve my Smashed Cucumber and Watermelon Feta Salad on the side – yum!

Looking for other grilled recipes? Here are a few.

Chopped Buffalo Chicken Skewer Salad

Smashed Cucumber and Watermelon Feta Salad

Chipotle Pineapple Bang Bang Chicken Skewers

Grilled Caprese Pesto Chicken Skewers.

Lastly, if you make these easy Chipotle Cheddar Chicken Burgers, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!

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