Tandoori Chicken Burger with Yogurt Sauce

Name: Tandoori Chicken Burger with Yogurt Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground chicken breast; 3 green onions, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon paprika; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 cup plain yogurt; 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; Naan bread or hamburger rolls; Cucumber, thinly sliced; Cilantro leaves; Red onion, thinly sliced

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Serves: 4

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition Information: +

Total Calories		720
Total Fat		15g
Choloesterol		180mg
Sodium		1350mg
Total Carbohydrates		79g
	Dietary Fiber	2g
	Total Sugars	11g
	Added Sugars	0g
Protein		70g
Vitamin D		0mcg
Calcium		278mg
Iron		7mg
Potassium		1193mg

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About Tandoori Chicken Burger with Yogurt Sauce

If you’re craving bold, exotic flavors in a classic comfort food, this Tandoori Chicken Burger with Yogurt Sauce is the perfect fusion dish. Juicy chicken patties are infused with aromatic tandoori spices, creating a burger that’s bursting with vibrant, Indian-inspired flavor. Paired with a cool, creamy yogurt sauce, each bite is a delicious balance of spice and refreshment. This recipe is a creative twist on the traditional burger, offering a delightful new way to enjoy the rich flavors of tandoori chicken in a fun, handheld form.

For Burgers

1 1/2 pounds ground chicken breast

3 green onions, finely chopped

2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon paprika

2 teaspoons ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

For Yogurt Sauce

1 cup plain yogurt

2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped

2 teaspoons ground cumin

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

To Serve

Naan bread or hamburger rolls

Cucumber, thinly sliced

Cilantro leaves

Red onion, thinly sliced

Preparation

01Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Combine chicken, green onion, ginger, lemon juice and spices in medium mixing bowl and mix well. Form into 4 patties.

02Mix all yogurt sauce ingredients in small bowl and set aside.

03Cook chicken burgers on grill about 5 minutes per side, until chicken is cooked through. Toast naan bread or buns on the grill during last 2 minutes.

04Top the burgers with yogurt sauce, sliced cucumbers, red onion, and cilantro.