Chicken Avocado Burger (Whole 30, PALEO, & Simple Fit Forty)

5 steps · 45 min total

1. 01

   Warm the Skillet

   Set a skillet over medium heat and let it warm up.
2. 02

   Mix and Form Patties

   In a medium bowl, combine the almond meal, beaten egg, ground chicken, diced avocado, cilantro, diced purple onion, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Use your hands to mix everything until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

   Form the mixture into medium-thick burger patties. Aim for a size that will fit comfortably in your skillet.

3. 03

   Sear Burgers

   Add 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil to the warmed skillet and swirl to coat the bottom. Carefully place the chicken avocado burgers into the hot oil. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side, until they're golden brown and cooked through in the center.
4. 04

   Finish in Oven

   If your patties are particularly thick and you're worried about them cooking all the way through, transfer them to an oven preheated to 350 °F (175 °C). Bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165 °F (74 °C).
5. 05

   Serve Burgers

   Serve the burgers on crisp romaine lettuce leaves, creating a bun-like wrap. Top with extra avocado salsa, if you like.