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Jamie Oliver Caprese Chicken Burgers

Jamie Oliver Caprese Chicken Burgers
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Jamie Oliver Caprese Chicken Burgers are chicken burgers topped with the ingredients traditionally associated with Caprese salad: fresh tomato, mozzarella, basil, and balsamic.

The chicken patties are seasoned and pan-seared until golden and cooked through. They are then topped with mozzarella so it softens and begins to melt before being placed inside toasted burger buns with fresh tomatoes, basil, and balsamic dressing.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Patties

    • 500g minced chicken

    • 1 garlic clove, finely grated

    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

    • ½ teaspoon dried basil

    • 30g Parmesan, finely grated

    • 40g breadcrumbs

    • 1 large egg

    • Salt, to taste

    • Freshly ground black pepper

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Caprese Topping

    • 2 large ripe tomatoes

    • 125g fresh mozzarella

    • Fresh basil leaves

    • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

    • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

    • Freshly ground black pepper

For the Burgers

    • 4 brioche or ciabatta burger buns

    • Rocket leaves, optional

    • Pesto, optional

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Mixture

Place the minced chicken in a large mixing bowl.

Add the grated garlic, oregano, dried basil, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and black pepper.

Mix gently with your hands until everything is evenly combined.

Avoid overmixing because it can make the burgers dense.

Step 2: Shape the Patties

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions.

Shape each portion into a burger patty approximately 1.5–2cm thick.

Press a small indentation into the center of each patty with your thumb. This helps the burgers maintain their shape while cooking.

Step 3: Prepare the Caprese Topping

Slice the tomatoes into thick rounds.

Slice the mozzarella into approximately 4 equal portions.

Pick the basil leaves from their stems and set them aside.

Step 4: Make the Balsamic Dressing

Combine the balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil in a small bowl.

Add a little freshly ground black pepper and whisk together.

Step 5: Heat the Pan

Place a large frying pan or grill pan over medium heat.

Add the olive oil and allow it to heat.

Step 6: Cook the Chicken Patties

Place the chicken patties into the hot pan.

Cook for approximately 5–6 minutes on each side, depending on their thickness.

Don’t press down on the patties while cooking because this can release their juices.

Step 7: Check the Chicken

Use a food thermometer to check the center of the thickest patty.

Ground chicken should reach 74°C (165°F) for safe consumption.

Step 8: Add the Mozzarella

During the final 1–2 minutes of cooking, place a slice of fresh mozzarella on each chicken patty.

Cover the pan with a lid if necessary to help the mozzarella soften.

Step 9: Toast the Buns

While the chicken finishes cooking, slice the burger buns in half.

Toast the cut sides in a dry frying pan or under the grill until lightly golden.

Step 10: Assemble the Burgers

Spread pesto over the bottom half of each toasted bun if using.

Add rocket leaves, followed by the cooked chicken patty and melted mozzarella.

Step 11: Add the Tomatoes

Place fresh tomato slices over the mozzarella.

Scatter fresh basil leaves over the top.

Step 12: Add the Balsamic Dressing

Drizzle a small amount of the balsamic dressing over the tomatoes and basil.

Don’t add too much because excess liquid can make the bun soggy.

Step 13: Finish and Serve

Place the top bun over the filling.

Serve immediately while the chicken and mozzarella are warm.

Find it online: https://jamieolivereats.uk/caprese-chicken-burgers/