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Cheesy Bruschetta Chicken Burgers.

Juicy chicken burgers stuffed with mozzarella and topped with fresh tomato-basil bruschetta for a bright, melty sandwich.
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time37 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved or quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons fresh basil chopped (for bruschetta)
  • 1 tablespoon shallot diced (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • pinch salt for bruschetta
  • pinch black pepper for bruschetta
  • 1 pound ground chicken or turkey
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped (for patties)
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 4 ounces mozzarella cheese cut into 1/2-inch cubes, plus more for topping
  • balsamic glaze for drizzling
  • 4 to 6 count buns for serving

Instructions

  • Combine the halved or quartered cherry tomatoes, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons chopped basil, diced shallot (if using), 2 teaspoons olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl; stir and let sit at room temperature while you prepare the patties.
  • Preheat your grill or grill pan to high heat.
  • In a mixing bowl, place 1 pound ground chicken or turkey and add 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper; mix gently until combined without overworking.
  • Divide the mixture into 6 portions (or 4–6 to match your buns) and form each portion into a patty pocket: press a 1/2-inch mozzarella cube into the center and wrap the meat around it so the cheese is fully enclosed.
  • Place the stuffed patties on the preheated grill and cook about 5 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook 3–5 minutes more until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the meat (not the cheese) reads 165°F.
  • When the burgers are nearly done, place additional mozzarella on top of each patty and close the grill or cover briefly so it melts, about 1 minute.
  • Assemble burgers by placing each cooked patty on a bun, spooning the tomato-basil mixture over the patty, and drizzling with balsamic glaze; serve immediately.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grill or Grill Pan
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Spatula

Notes

  • Size burgers to match your buns for best fit.
  • Let the tomato mixture sit so flavors meld before using.
  • Use an instant-read thermometer and check the meat, not the cheese.
  • Enclose the mozzarella fully to prevent leakage while cooking.
  • This sandwich can be a bit messy to eat due to the tomato topping.