Chicken Smashburgers (Edit recipe)

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If you love smashburgers but want a lighter, high-protein option, this chicken version delivers. Crispy edges, juicy center, and packed with flavor — no dryness, no bland bites. The base flavor comes from Primal Palate spices, which make seasoning simple without needing a long ingredient list. Clean ingredients, bold flavor, and perfect for chicken. Why this works: • ~30g protein per serving • Quick cook time • Great for weeknights or meal prep • Easy to customize with your favorite toppings

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PREP TIME

20 minutes

COOK TIME

10 minutes

INGREDIENTS

16

Serves: 4

Ingredients

For the Burger Patties

1 lb Pasture Raised Ground Chicken - US Wellness Meats
5 Tbsp Adobo Seasoning - Primal Palate
2 Tbsp Granulated Garlic
3 Tbsp Ranch Seasoning Blend - Trader Joe's
1 Tbsp Chili Flakes
1 Tbsp White Pepper

To Assemble

4 whole Hamburger Buns
2 Tbsp Butter, Salted
4 whole Sharp Cheddar Cheese, sliced
4 Tbsp Mayonnaise - Primal Kitchen
0.5 whole Red Onion, thinly sliced
0.5 cup Lettuce, Romaine
.5 cup Arugula
.5 cup Bread and Butter Pickled Chips - Jersey Pickles

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Process

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

1. Mix all burger patty ingredients together. Add salt & pepper.
2. Form 4 patties and put on a plate and refrigerate while you prepare the rest of the meal so that they can form well together.
3. Chop your vegetables (you can add other vegetables here like tomatoes, sauteed mushrooms).
4. Begin to warm a flat pan while you grab the patties from the refrigerator.
5. Add oil to warm pan, add burger patty. Use a burger press to smash the burgers down.
6. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side. Flip once, press down again and leave for 2 minutes, then add your sliced cheese to begin melting.
7. While the cheese melts, toast your buns on another pan. Add butter to the burger buns, add to pan.
8. Once toasted, top with mayo, vegetables, and add burger patty once ready.

Notes

To make this higher protein, use High Protein Hamburger buns like the Hero brand. To lower the fat content & increase the protein content, sub out the mayo and make your own cottage cheese mayo (blend cottage cheese, add ranch seasoning and a little dijon mustard).

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	432
Fat:	32 g
Carbohydrates:	20 g
Protein:	29 g
Cholesterol:	138 g
Sodium:	1101 mg
Fiber:	1 g
Sugars:	4 g
Sugar Alcohol:	0 g
Calculated per serving.

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