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Chicken Spinach Burgers

By: Kathryn Doherty | Last Updated: Mar 10, 2025 | Published: Jun 11, 2018
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Chicken spinach burgers have just 5 ingredients and are full of cheesy shredded mozzarella, chopped fresh spinach and rich flavor from a touch of pesto. Top with extra mozzarella and pesto and serve on buns or in a lettuce wrap for a delicious, healthy burger!A chicken spinach burger patty served on a bun with lettuce and tomato underneath and melted cheese and pesto on top.

We are officially on summer break! ☀️

Both kids finished up school this past week (M is done with first grade and J finished 4-year-old preschool... he goes to TK in the fall) and a long, luxurious summer is stretched before us!

I, however, don't get a summer break from my job, so we've got help in the form of an amazing nanny (one of their former preschool teachers) in the mornings. And I'm really hoping to cut back a little on some of the extra work and have some good quality time with the kids in the afternoons. Goals, right?!

OK, OK, food though first.

Last month I brought you my fiesta turkey burgers, which are seasoned with taco seasoning and piled up with all your favorite taco toppings. All the yum!

A hand picking up a chicken spinach burger with lettuce and tomato and melted cheese and pesto on top from a white plate.

And you know I love my BBQ chicken burgers, cheddar chicken burgers and zucchini turkey burgers.

We’re kind-of burger people around here. Especially come summertime.

So today I’m sharing with you my chicken spinach burgers, which are full of chopped spinach, shredded mozzarella cheese and a little bit of pesto to give them a hint of richness and depth.

Chicken spinach burger patties on a white plate before being cooked

Those ingredients also help to ensure these burgers stay nice and juicy.

Ground chicken burgers can have a tendency to dry out, so I’m always loading mine up with add-ins to keep them super flavorful.

These healthy burgers are also just 5 ingredients and you can make them in a skillet inside or out on the grill. Choose your own adventure!

Chicken spinach burger topped with mozzarella cheese and pesto on a bun with lettuce and tomato

Notes on making chicken spinach burgers:

  • I use lean ground chicken that’s usually labeled between 90% and 93% lean. The super lean kind (99% lean) doesn’t have very much flavor in my opinion.
  • You can also make your own ground chicken. Cut a pound of raw chicken breasts into smaller pieces and place them in a food processor. Pulse and process until the chicken breasts are broken down.
  • I highly recommend serving these burgers with extra mozzarella melted on top and a dollop of pesto to reinforce those flavors.
  • You could also add some extra Italian flavor with some sun-dried tomatoes and/or fresh basil as toppings for your burger.
  • I usually make our burgers in a pan on the stove, but you could certainly cook these on a grill if you prefer.
  • You can serve these burgers in a regular bun or make a lettuce wrap if you want to be low-carb (and/or gluten-free).

Chicken spinach burger with mozzarella and pesto on a plate with roasted potatoes

Welcome to burger season my friends. It’s a happy time! ❤️

XO,

Kathryn

Check out these great sides to go with your burger:

  • Summer corn salad (Family Food on the Table)
  • Cheddar, corn and bacon potato salad (Family Food on the Table)
  • Oven baked sweet potato fries (Sarah’s Cucina Bella)
  • BLT pasta salad (Chocolate Moosey)
  • Easy no-mayo coleslaw (Family Food on the Table)
  • Air Fryer tater tots (Family Food on the Table)

And here's my VIDEO to show you how easy these are to make!

A hand holding up a chicken spinach burger with lettuce and tomato and melted cheese and pesto on top.
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Chicken spinach burgers

Chicken spinach burgers have just 5 ingredients and are super juicy and flavorful!
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time12 minutes mins
Total Time22 minutes mins
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. lean ground chicken (about 90% lean)
  • ½ cup chopped fresh spinach
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon pesto
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • For cooking: 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • For serving: Whole wheat burger buns, desired toppings (see notes)

Instructions

  • Add ground chicken, chopped spinach, mozzarella cheese, pesto, garlic, salt and black pepper to a medium bowl.
  • Using a fork and then your hands, mix until just combined.
  • Divide mixture into 4 equal parts and form burger patties that are about ½ inch thick.
  • Heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add canola oil.
  • Add burgers to pan and cook over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes, then flip and continue cooking until done, about 5-6 minutes more. Keep an eye on your temperature and reduce the heat if they are starting to burn. If you are adding sliced cheese to your burgers, you can do that when you flip them, so it melts as they finish cooking.
  • Let rest for a few minutes before serving. Then add desired toppings and enjoy!

Notes

I use lean ground chicken that’s usually labeled between 90% and 93% lean. The super lean kind (99% lean) doesn’t have very much flavor in my opinion.
You can also make your own ground chicken. Cut a pound of raw chicken breasts into smaller pieces and place them in a food processor. Pulse and process until the chicken breasts are broken down.
I highly recommend serving these with extra mozzarella melted on top and a dollop of pesto to reinforce those flavors.
You could also add some extra Italian flavor with some sun-dried tomatoes and/or fresh basil as toppings for your burger.
I usually make our burgers in a pan on the stove, but you could certainly cook these on a grill if you prefer.
You can serve these burgers in a regular bun or make a lettuce wrap if you want to be low-carb (and/or gluten-free).

Nutrition

Calories: 283kcal | Protein: 24g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 327mg
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A chicken spinach burger patty served on a bun with lettuce and tomato underneath and melted cheese and pesto on top with potato wedges to the side.

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  1. Elizabeth @ Confessions of a Baking Queen

    June 12, 2018 at 3:07 pm

    Pesto is in the recipe?! Sign me up!

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      June 12, 2018 at 8:14 pm

      You can't go wrong with pesto!!

      Reply
  2. Megan @ MegUnprocessed

    June 13, 2018 at 6:32 pm

    That pesto looks delicious! I like how you snuck some spinach in too!

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      June 14, 2018 at 1:53 pm

      Thanks Megan!

      Reply
  3. crystal faulkner

    June 14, 2018 at 5:54 pm

    Looks super good!

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      June 15, 2018 at 6:53 am

      Thanks Crystal!

      Reply
  4. Carolyn

    June 15, 2018 at 8:19 pm

    I love these flavors together!

    Reply
    • Kathryn

      June 19, 2018 at 10:36 am

      Thanks Carolyn!

      Reply
    • Moggy

      March 21, 2025 at 8:37 pm

      5 stars
      I don't leave many reviews, but since I've made these 3 times now and just added ground chicken to my grocery list so I can make another batch. I thought it was time.

      These burgers are delicious! I never thought I'd enjoy ground chicken more than beef,but this recipe did it for me.

      I used homemade spinach/walnut pesto. I'm cooking for one so I pop the extra in the freezer for easy dinners later.

      I just had one on a homemade sourdough bun with pepperjack cheese and avocado. Perfection!

      Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
      • Kathryn Doherty

        March 25, 2025 at 11:09 am

        I'm so happy to hear you love these chicken burgers! Thank you so much for sharing!

        Reply
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