Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers – Easy Dinner With Creamy Tzatziki
These juicy Greek chicken burgers are packed with herbs, lemon, garlic, and feta, then topped with a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce for the perfect fresh and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4–5 burgers 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1½ lbs ground chicken
¼ cup red onion, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup plain breadcrumbs
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
4 burger buns or lettuce wraps
Tzatziki Sauce:
1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
½ medium cucumber, grated and squeezed
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp lemon juice
Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Make the tzatziki by mixing all sauce ingredients in a bowl. Chill.
- Combine burger ingredients in a large bowl. Mix gently until combined.
- Form into 4–5 patties and chill for 15–20 minutes.
- Heat grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook patties 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Toast buns if desired.
- Assemble burgers with tzatziki, optional toppings, and serve hot.
Notes
Use dark meat chicken for extra juiciness. Tzatziki can be made ahead. Add red pepper flakes for heat.