Avocado Chicken Burgers with Chipotle Mayo

Avocado Chicken Burgers with Chipotle Mayo

Julia

These Avocado Chicken Burgers with Chipotle Mayo transform ordinary burger night into an extraordinary gluten-free feast. Ground chicken is seasoned with aromatic spices and formed around creamy avocado chunks, creating pockets of rich, buttery goodness that melt into every bite. The patties stay incredibly moist and flavorful, while the avocado adds a luxurious texture that elevates these burgers far beyond the standard fare.

The real star of this dish is the smoky, spicy chipotle mayo that crowns each burger. Made with tangy mayonnaise, smoky chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, and a hint of lime, this sauce provides the perfect contrast to the mild chicken and creamy avocado. It's a flavor combination that's both bold and balanced, satisfying cravings without overwhelming the palate.

Served on gluten-free buns and topped with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and red onion, these burgers deliver all the satisfaction of a classic burger experience while keeping things light and healthy. Whether you're following a gluten-free diet by necessity or choice, this recipe proves that dietary restrictions don't mean sacrificing flavor or indulgence. These burgers are so delicious, everyone at the table will be asking for seconds, regardless of their dietary preferences.

Julia

Julia

Recipe Author: Gluten-Free & Specialty Diet Chef

Nutrition

35 minutes
None servings
485 calories
Fat 32.00g
Carbs 28.00g
Protein 28.00g

Ingredients

1.5 lbsground chicken
1 mediumavocado, diced into small cubes
1 tspgarlic powder
1 tsponion powder
1/2 tspground cumin
1 tspsalt
1/2 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
1/2 cupmayonnaise
2 pepperschipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
1 tspadobo sauce, from the can
1 tbsplime juice, freshly squeezed
2 tbspolive oil
4 bunsgluten-free hamburger buns
4 leaveslettuce leaves, washed and dried
1 largetomato, sliced
1/4 mediumred onion, thinly sliced (optional)

Equipment

Cutting board
Whisk
measuring spoons
measuring cups
small mixing bowl
large mixing bowl
knife
meat thermometer
large skillet
spatula

Clean Eating

Perfectly aligns with clean eating principles by using whole, minimally processed ingredients like fresh chicken, avocado, and homemade chipotle mayo, avoiding artificial additives and focusing on nutrient-dense whole foods.

Gluten-Free Diet

Naturally gluten-free, using gluten-free hamburger buns and whole food ingredients that contain no wheat, barley, or rye. The recipe provides a safe and delicious option for those avoiding gluten.

Ketogenic Diet

This recipe is keto-friendly with its high fat content from avocado and mayonnaise, moderate protein from chicken, and very low carbohydrate profile. The gluten-free bun can be replaced with a lettuce wrap to further reduce carbs.

Low-Carb Diet

An excellent low-carb option with minimal carbohydrates from vegetables and avocado, high protein from chicken, and satisfying healthy fats. The gluten-free bun can be substituted with a low-carb alternative to further reduce carb intake.

Paleo Diet

Perfectly aligned with Paleo principles, using whole food ingredients like chicken, avocado, and fresh vegetables, while avoiding grains, legumes, and processed foods. The homemade chipotle mayo and fresh ingredients make this a classic Paleo-compliant meal.

Instructions

1

In a small mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, and lime juice. Whisk together until smooth and well blended. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

3 min
2

Dice the avocado into small cubes, about 1/4 inch in size. Set aside on a plate.

2 min
3

In a large mixing bowl, add the ground chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Using your hands, gently mix the ingredients together until just combined. Do not overmix.

2 min
4

Gently fold the diced avocado into the chicken mixture, being careful not to mash the avocado pieces. Mix just until the avocado is evenly distributed throughout the meat.

1 min
5

Divide the chicken mixture into 4 equal portions. Form each portion into a patty about 3/4 inch thick and slightly wider than your buns, as they will shrink during cooking. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent bulging.

5 min
6

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

2 min
7
7 min

Carefully place the chicken patties in the hot skillet. Cook without moving them for 6-7 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and releases easily from the pan.

8
7 min

Flip the patties carefully using a spatula and cook for another 6-7 minutes on the second side until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F when checked with a meat thermometer.

9

Remove the cooked burgers from the skillet and let them rest on a plate for 2-3 minutes.

3 min
10
2 min

While the burgers rest, lightly toast the gluten-free buns in the same skillet or in a toaster until golden, about 1-2 minutes.

11

Spread a generous amount of chipotle mayo on both the top and bottom of each toasted bun.

1 min
12

Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom bun, followed by the chicken patty, tomato slices, and red onion if using. Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.

2 min

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