These 13 Turkey and Chicken Burgers Are FAR from Boring
Dana Sandonato
Dana Sandonato
Born in Canada and now living in the beautiful state of North Carolina, Dana is a coffee-reliant food writer with a healthy appetite, a taste for culinary adventure, a thirst for good beers, and an endless hunger for food photography. When not writing for Brit + Co, she can be found pouring herself into her blog-turned-webzine, Killing Thyme, or taste-testing at local breweries with her husband. Dana's ideal down time includes pizza, marathoning on Netflix, or watching her fave flicks from the 80s and 90s - no matter how great or awful they are!
If you’re trying to eat lean, then you’re no stranger to turkey or chicken. These two proteins are filling and versatile, and they’re simply healthier for you. But when it comes to burgers, beef seems to get all the praise. To heck with that! We’ve got 13 tempting recipes that prove turkey and chicken can compete with red meat.
Breakfast Burger
We love the concept of breakfast for dinner, which is why this juicy turkey burger topped with maple bacon and a fried egg is flippin’ perfection. (via Well Plated by Erin)Crispy Chicken Katsu Burgers
Golden crisp panko-crusted chicken is slathered with Japanese mayo, Tonkatsu sauce, and topped with a crisp sesame slaw for a chicken burger you’ll dream about for eternity. (via The Hungry Cook)Chicken Parmesan Sliders
Chicken Parm is great with pasta and all, but we’re a little more in love with the idea of stuffing it into cute little sliders and slathering them with warm marinara. (via Yes to Yolks)Caramelized Onion Turkey Burger
Sweet caramelized onions, peppery arugula, and a tangy mustard aioli bring tons of flavor to this already delicious turkey burger. (via A Little Gathering)Easy Caprese Chicken Burgers
The refreshing essence of a classic Caprese salad is slammed into this glorious chicken burger with basil, sun-dried tomatoes, and a melty mozzarella center. (via My Kitchen Love)Coconut Crusted Chicken Burger With Spicy Coriander Sauce and Caramelized Pineapple
Want summer on your plate? Then mow down on this crispy coconut crusted chicken smothered in sweet pineapple sauce. (via Cravings in Amsterdam)Chicken Caesar Salad Burgers
Turn your usual chicken Caesar salad into a crave-worthy burger with juicy chicken patties, crisp romaine, shaved Parm, and homespun dressing. Oh, and did we mention the CROUTON buns? (via Cooking Is My Therapy)Pesto Turkey Burgers With Sweet Potato Buns
This low-carb option turns sweet potatoes into buns and stuffs them with turkey patties, tangy red onions, tomatoes, and a *whole* lot of pesto. (via Get Inspired Everyday)Grilled Turkey Kofta Burgers With Harissa Yogurt Sauce
Fold your turkey patties with crumbled feta, mint, and a plethora of spices for an exciting bite EVERY time. Toppings like cucumbers, tomatoes, and a silky yogurt sauce definitely help. (via Domesticate Me)Spicy Mexican Chicken Sliders
They might be adorable, but these tiny sliders pack a fiery punch, with a generous helping of hot sauce worked into the patties. (via Simply Whisked)Jalapeño and Cheddar Turkey Burgers
Jalapeño and cheddar has *always* been a winning combo, but when you bring it between two buns, magical things happen. It’s perfect accompanied by creamy avocado, tomatoes, and onions. (via Hungry Hobby)Tabouleh Turkey Burgers With Feta and Harissa
This mind-blowing turkey burger swaps the usual lettuce, tomato, and onion for a Lebanese parsley salad, and it is legit. You can put a hold on that American cheddar too, because FETA. (via Vintage Kitty)No Cheese Southwest Grilled Chicken Burger
This healthified burger is sans cheese, and we’re totally okay with it thanks to the creamy avocado, leafy greens, and yummy salsa. (via Watch What You Eat)Dana Sandonato
Born in Canada and now living in the beautiful state of North Carolina, Dana is a coffee-reliant food writer with a healthy appetite, a taste for culinary adventure, a thirst for good beers, and an endless hunger for food photography. When not writing for Brit + Co, she can be found pouring herself into her blog-turned-webzine, Killing Thyme, or taste-testing at local breweries with her husband. Dana's ideal down time includes pizza, marathoning on Netflix, or watching her fave flicks from the 80s and 90s - no matter how great or awful they are!