Greek Chicken Burgers

Name: Greek Chicken Burgers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 pita pockets; 1 lb. ground chicken; 1/2 c. crumbled feta cheese; 1 large egg; c. loosely packed fresh mint leaves; 6 oz. low-fat plain yogurt; 4 c. romaine or iceberg lettuce; 3 plum tomatoes

Published: Jun 21, 2007

Yields:

Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Cal/Serv:

430

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Tangy feta cheese and fresh mint dress up ground chicken in this flavorful and fast Greek Chicken Burger recipe.

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Ingredients

4
pita pockets
1 lb.
ground chicken
1/2 cup
crumbled feta cheese
1
large egg
cup
loosely packed fresh mint leaves
6 oz.
low-fat plain yogurt
4 cups
romaine or iceberg lettuce
3
plum tomatoes

Directions

1. Step 1Cut off 1/3 piece of each pita and grate on fine side of grater or pulse in food processor to make 1/2 cup bread crumbs.
2. Step 2In large bowl, mix crumbs, chicken, feta, egg, 1/4 cup mint, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper until just combined. Shape mixture into 8 small 3/4-inch-thick burgers.
3. Step 3Heat nonstick 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Add burgers and cook 10 to 12 minutes or until browned on both sides and cooked through.
4. Step 4Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine yogurt and remaining mint.
5. Step 5To serve, fill each pita with lettuce, tomatoes, 2 burgers, and yogurt sauce.