Healthy Homemade Chicken Burger with Hidden Veggies

Name: Healthy Homemade Chicken Burger with Hidden Veggies
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound chicken breast; 1 cup soy granules (textured vegetable protein (100g)); 2 medium carrots (finely chopped); 1 medium green pepper (finely chopped (green capsicum)); 1 medium yellow onion (cut into small cubes); 1 teaspoon ginger ((fresh) finely chopped, or ¼ teaspoon ground ginger); 2 cloves garlic (finely minced (about 1 teaspoon)); 2 medium eggs; 1 teaspoon mixed herbs (usually thyme, marjoram, oregano, parsley, sage, basil); 1 pinch salt (to taste); 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 8 whole hamburger buns; 1 large tomato (cut into round slices); 1 medium cucumber (cut into round slices); 1 medium yellow onion (cut into rings); 2 tablespoons butter (30g); 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml); 4 tablespoons mayonnaise (60ml); 2 tablespoons American mustard (30ml); 8 slices cheddar cheese; 1 teaspoon white vinegar (5ml); 4-8 leaves iceberg lettuce

Instructions

Prep:25minCook:30min

This Healthy Homemade Chicken Burger is a delicious and nutritious option for those looking to make fast food favorites at home. Packed with ground chicken and a variety of finely chopped veggies including carrots, bell peppers, and onions, this recipe is not just tasty but also a great way to sneak in some extra nutrients, even for picky eaters. The burgers are seasoned with herbs, ginger, and garlic, then topped with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and onion rings. Toasted buns slathered with mustard and mayonnaise give the burger that satisfying, better-than-store-bought flavor, and it’s all finished off with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for family meals, especially if you're trying to serve up something healthy without the kids noticing!

Updated at: Wed, 29 Jul 2026 00:13:08 GMT