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Black Bean Chicken Burgers with Corn Salsa

These Black Bean Chicken Burgers are loaded with flavor and protein! Made with a blend of hearty black beans, ground chicken, and bold spices, this recipe is great for a quick weeknight dinner or casual summer cookout!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 burgers

Ingredients
  

For the burgers

  • 1 1/2 cups black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 lb ground chicken or turkey
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup diced green or red onion
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4-5 slices Pepper Jack cheese, or your cheese of choice

For the corn salsa

  • 2 cups corn roasted and chilled
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup diced green or red onion (I did both)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 avocado
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 lime squeezed

Instructions
 

  • Roast the corn if not already done. You can grill, broil, or pan-sear it until lightly charred. Let it cool completely. You can also used canned roasted corn.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the roasted corn, diced tomatoes, onions, olive oil, taco seasoning, lime juice, and avocado.
  • Gently mix to combine. Chill in the fridge while you make the burgers.
  • In a large bowl, mash the black beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly broken down but still a bit chunky.
  • Add the ground chicken or turkey, egg, diced onion, taco seasoning, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Mix everything until just combined. Be cautious not to over mix or the burgers may be tough.
  • Divide the mixture into 4-5 equal portions and shape into burger patties.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Once hot, add the patties and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp should reach 165°F).
  • In the last minute of cooking, top each patty with Pepper Jack cheese or your cheese of choice. Cover the skillet briefly to melt the cheese.
  • Serve the burgers on buns or lettuce wraps, topped with a generous scoop of the corn salsa. You can also eat as a bowl on rice or lettuce. Add extra avocado, hot sauce, or any favorite toppings if desired.
Keyword Avocado, Burger, Chicken, Corn, Gluten-Free, Salsa
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