These Greek chicken burgers are a must-make dinner recipe during summer! The chicken patties are elevated with glorious Mediterranean flavors. And you can enjoy them on their own, topped onto buns, lettuce-wrapped, or turned into a burger bowl. Endless options!
Why You’ll Make These Greek Chicken Burgers Often
The secret to a really good chicken burger recipe lies in the flavor, and this Greek version has it all – from sun-dried tomatoes and spinach to aromatic dill and oregano. When I pair these burgers with my roasted Greek fries, it becomes my favorite way to do burger night, especially during the summer! But here are a few other reasons why you’ll find yourself making these chicken patties on the regular:
- It’s an easy high-protein meal: Similar to my turkey burgers, this is an easy and delicious way to get more protein into your diet. Plus, it fits the bill for a Mediterranean diet!
- They are great for meal prep: Burger patties are my favorite for meal prep, especially since you can double (or triple) a batch and freeze them.
- There are multiple ways to enjoy it: You can make a lettuce wrap, create a deconstructed burger bowl, or eat the patties on their own with a side of greens. I’ve got more fun ideas below!
Greek Chicken Burger Ingredients
- Ground chicken: A pack of ground chicken is typically made from a blend of white and dark meat, which is good for homemade patties to ensure they’re not super dry.
- Vegetables: Crisp red onions, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach add lots of flavor and texture to these patties. If you can’t get your hands on sun-dried tomatoes, you can substitute with roasted red peppers.
- Herbs: I’m using fresh dill in the burgers, so that I can also use some of it to make a fresh batch of tzatziki sauce. But if you have dried dill on hand, use just one teaspoon.
- Optional feta cheese: If you’re not dairy-free, adding a bit of crumbled feta cheese to your patty mix will taste great!
Find the printable recipe with measurements below.
How To Make Greek Chicken Burgers
Make the burger patties. Using your hands, mix together the ground chicken, red onion, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, dill, oregano, salt, and pepper. Then divide the mixture to form 4 large patties.
Cook the patties. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the oil. Cook the patties for about 5 minutes per side or until cooked through. You can use an instant-read thermometer to check and see if they have reached an internal temperature of 165°F. Alternatively, you can grill the chicken patties on a grill for a lovely charred flavor.
COMMON QUESTIONS
These chicken burgers aren’t prone to falling apart, but they can become overly soft and sticky if you leave the ground chicken out at room temperature too long before mixing everything together. If that happens, simply chill the raw chicken mixture for 15 minutes or so.
You sure can! This is a wonderful summertime chicken burger recipe to toss on the grill. If doing so, I recommend chilling the formed patties for 30 minutes in the fridge, to help firm them up a bit.
Serving Ideas
- Serve up a classic chicken burger. Grab your favorite burger buns and layer them with lettuce, sliced red onions, feta cheese, and a dollop of tzatziki sauce.
- Make a lettuce wrap chicken burger: Whether you’re gluten-free or looking for a healthier low-carb option, lettuce-wrapped chicken burgers are equally delicious. For the best texture, I’d go with butter leaf lettuce.
- Create a deconstructed chicken burger bowl: Protein bowls are here to stay and these chicken patties are perfect for them. There are many ways you can go about this, but my favorite combination is leafy greens, sliced avocado, red onions, cherry tomatoes (or sliced bell peppers), crumbled feta, and a dollop of tzatziki sauce.
Storage Tips
- To store in the fridge: These patties will last 3 to 4 days in an airtight container.
- Freeze the patties for later: I love making a double batch to enjoy in the future when I need a quick bite! Just let the patties cool to room temperature, then freeze the cooked patties on a baking sheet. Transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container with parchment paper in between. They will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Make-Ahead Tips: If you want to pre-make raw chicken burgers, you can do so a day in advance and store them in the fridge. Just add parchment paper between each patty and layer them on top of one another before storing them in an airtight container.
More Greek Recipes
- Greek Lemon Chicken: The perfect pairing with roasted potatoes!
- Greek Chicken Souvlaki: A summer grilling staple along with these Greek chicken kabobs.
- Greek Salad: An essential side salad for any Mediterranean meal.
- Avgolemono Soup: The best chicken and rice combo.
If you make these Greek chicken burger patties, I’d love to know how they turned out in the comment box below! Your review will help other readers in the community. And if you’re hungry for more healthy food inspiration (and exclusive content), join my free newsletter.
Description
Video
Equipment
- Ballarini Non-Stick Pan One of my favorite non-stick pans to use!
- OXO Garlic Press A staple kichen tool.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1 cup (loosely packed) baby spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Optional Items for Serving
- butter lettuce
- tzatziki sauce
- crumbled feta cheese
- sliced onion
- sliced tomato
- sliced avocado
Instructions
- Make the burger patties. In a medium bowl, combine the ground chicken, red onion, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, dill, oregano, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to mix everything together. Divide the mixture evenly and form 4 large patties.
- Cook the patties. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the oil. Cook the patties for approximately 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Alternatively, you can grill the chicken patties.
- Assemble the chicken burger. Enjoy the patties plain or assemble them into chicken burgers with your favorite toppings and condiments!
Lisa’s Tips
- To store in the fridge: These patties will last 3 to 4 days in an airtight container.
- Freeze the patties for later: I love making a double batch to enjoy when I need a quick bite! Just let the patties cool to room temperature, then freeze the cooked patties on a baking sheet. Transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container with parchment paper in between. They will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Make-Ahead Tips: If you want to pre-make raw chicken burgers, you can do so a day in advance and store them in the fridge. Just add parchment paper between each patty and layer them on top of one another before storing them in an airtight container.
- Don’t forget to make my Greek fries to accompany these chicken burgers – so yum!
- And if you’re wondering what to do with leftover sun-dried tomatoes in your jar, make my Mediterranean baked feta or Tuscan chicken.
Nutrition
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Behind-The-Scenes
As is often the case in my world, the inspiration for one recipe comes from leftover ingredients from another (because you know I don’t like food waste). So after I tested my Mediterranean baked feta I had about half a jar of leftover sun-dried tomatoes. And I started pondering what to make with them.
At the same time, I’ve been trying to get more protein in my diet, because this 40-something needs all the help she can get when it comes to building muscle! And as most of you know, I almost always have baby spinach in my fridge.
Thus, after a quick trip to the market to get some fresh herbs, this Greek version of a chicken burger was stuck in my brain! I was thrilled with how it turned out, and it’s a definite “pro” to have several leftover patties that are easy for me to reheat. Sunny summer days never tasted so good!
Can these be frozen raw with all ingredients added if ground chicken was fresh and not frozen first? Or is it better to freeze after cooking? Absolutely delicious recipe!
Hi Michele – I think it’s better to freeze them after cooking, so they’re really easy to reheat! Hope you enjoy them. :)
Loved, loved, loved it.
Wonderful! So happy to hear you enjoyed this recipe, Bobby!
I made the Greek Chicken Burgers and was blown away by how good they were. I even shared it with my brother who is a phenomenal cook and he loved them also. I’m getting ready to go back to school after summer break, this teacher will definitely be making a double batch to have these as a delicious lunch!!!
Lisa Parker
Maumelle AR
Thrilled to hear everyone is loving these Greek chicken burgers, Lisa! It’ll be the perfect meal prep lunch for back to school.
This is the first time I have ate chicken burgers and I must say this recipe is excellent! I followed the video along with the receipt, the burgers were delicious, a lot of flavor too. I froze the extra for a quick go to. Side note, I made the sauce too. Yum! I will definitely be telling my friends! Thank you!
I’m glad your first time making chicken burgers was a success with this recipe, Desiree! The sauce is definitely a must-make.
If I could give this more than 5 stars I would!! This is on rotation in our house! Love all the flavors melding together. Everyone raves about them every time I make them. My hubby and I usually break up the cooked patty and use it as the protein for an easy salad for dinner.
Love the idea of breaking it up and topping onto a salad for a protein boost, Kellie!
The recipe was a family favorite, I’d totally make again!!
Thrilled to hear this has become a family favorite, Malu
Can I substitute fresh baby spinach for frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry?
Hi Kerrie – Yes, that should be fine!
These are excellent! I’ve made the several times.
I’m so thrilled to hear that you love them, Debbie!
Made these as a burger for my family the other day , stunning ! Flavourful, delicious ! Everyone finished their plates and bonus it’s as good the next day for lunch . Thank you Lisa .
You’re more than welcome, Roxana! I’m glad these chicken burgers were a winning recipe.
I made the Greek Chicken burgers. It was delicious! I didn’t have dill so I picked some fresh thyme from my garden and also added 1/4 cup feta. We didn’t use buns, but topped the burgers with tomato and smashed avocado. So good! I will make this again! Thank you.
Loving the way you served these Greek chicken burgers, Diane! Glad they were a hit.
This is so yummy, and fits nicely into my Keto diet.
Happy to hear these Greek chicken burgers fit the bill, Rhonda!
These chicken burgers are SO good!! We have prepared them a second time and they are hands down the best. Juicy and full of flavor!! Definitely a fallback for something easy and full of taste to make for a quick dinner. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Have shared and recommended this recipe with my friends too.
I’m so glad you’re loving these Greek chicken burgers, Julia!
I really like how easy this recipe is. The sun dried tomatoes give these burgers an extra boost of flavor! I look forward to making this again.
Thrilled to hear you’re loving these Greek chicken burgers, Kate!
Can you bake the burgers?
Hi Kathleen – I’m sure you can, but I haven’t tested that method. I also prefer pan frying for a more golden outer crust.
These burgers are great freeze wonderfully to add to salads
I couldn’t agree more, Jean!
These burgers are fantastic! I mixed the feta into the burger mix and grilled them. My husband loves these! Win win…they’re secretly healthy.
Wonderful! Glad you enjoyed these Greek chicken burgers, Tracey.
I texted my husband and son (who came to surprise my husband for Father’s Day) that I was making dinner. I went to work and prepped everything and then cooked the burgers in a skillet. I served them on lettuce leaves with all the goodies. These were such a hit, moist and juicy. No one put theirs down until the last bite! My son gave it a 10.5 out of 10. This will be a staple in my household. Thank you for the recipe.
Amazing! Makes me happy to hear these Greek chicken burgers made a good impression for Father’s Day, Kathryn!
The Nutrition information does not say what it is for. One patty or all 4? With any toppings? With bread? Please clarify.
Hi Susan – The nutritional information is for one patty.
I just made these with turkey because I didn’t have ground chicken and they are really yummy! Thanks so much for the recipe. Can’t wait to build my burger and enjoy these.
Glad these turned out great with ground turkey instead, Amy!
These are so FRESH!! You don’t get that heavy feeling you get when you eat regular burgers. These are perfect for a hot summer day. I love it. Try them!
Can’t beat this Mediterranean alternative! Glad you enjoyed it, Maria.
This would be great with lamb instead of chicken
Thank You for all your wonderful and delicious recipes I watch your you tube channel all the time .Thank You
Thanks so much for your feedback, Joanne!
Can I adspt this recipe for my air fryer?
I do not care for sun-dried tomatoes so can I just leave it out which I’m thinking I should be able to
I haven’t tested this in the air fryer yet, but do let me know if you do, Kathy!
Did you cook in the air fryer? If so temperature and how long?
Also how were the burgers without the sun died tomatoes? I am not a fan of those either.
Thanks!!
So good easy and very tasty…..
Thrilled you’re loving these Greek chicken burgers, Diana!
Love this recipe! Easy and so flavorful. Next time I will make 8 instead of 4 patties for an easy fast snack to kkeep in the fridge. I didn’t make my own tzatzikibut these burgers topped with a little as meatballs would make a tasty appetizer too! Don’t skip the Greek potato wedges. Delicious!
It’s always a good idea to keep these on hand for a quick and healthy bite! Glad you loved it, along with the Greek potato wedges, Leslie.
Do the macros include the Tzatziki sauce and avocados?
Hi Rande – No, these are just for the patties themselves.
I love these Greek chicken burgers. The flavor is so good and they fit so well with my healthy eating lifestyle. I like to batch prep and freeze them so I have my protein ready to enjoy. I have tried and loved many of the recipes on Downshiftology. Keep the great recipes coming!
Thanks so much, Valeri! I’m happy you loved these chicken burgers. They’re a personal favorite of mine as well. :)
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I am looking to print the Greek chicken burgers! Is there a print option?? thank you
Hi Carol – Yes! If you head down to the recipe card, you will see a print button.
These are very good and juicy! My husband only wants this type of chicken burger.
I’m so glad you both are loving these Greek burgers, Laurie!
Estas hamburguesas son deliciosas!
Gracias por la receta.
Can I use ground turkey instead? That’s all I have.
Hi Lucy – Yes, you can. Though, keep in mind that turkey is a bit drier than ground chicken. I also have a recipe for turkey burgers you can use!
These were super yummy! Will definitely go into our monthly rotation!
Thrilled to hear you found a new dinner idea to add to your monthly rotation, Liz!
Absolutely delicious! In fact my beef eating husband no longer wants beef burgers ! Which is amazing and best compliment to your recipe! 😄 Also made the Greek potatoes..fantastic!
Hi Lorraine – Happy to hear you and your husband loved these Greek chicken burgers so much! Especially since he no longer wants beef burgers after this, haha!
This was absolutely amazing!! So very delicious. Thank you
So glad you enjoyed these Greek chicken burgers, Tijana!
Wow! These have AMAZING flavor! I’ve made them twice this week. Everyone that has tried it has gone crazy! I’m going to try as meatballs for an appetizer this summer!
Sounds like you have a new go-to chicken dish to add to your rotation! Happy to hear everyone loved it as well, Liz!
These are so delicious! I substituted ground turkey for the ground chicken.
Happy to hear you enjoyed these with ground turkey instead, Natasha!
These are delicious!
I’m glad you enjoyed them, Lindsey!
A friend and I made these today. We doubled the recipe and then modified it by using ground turkey (we couldn’t find ground chicken), using tomato paste (insteadof sun dried tomatoes), and mixing 1 cup of crumbled feta cheese.
Once everything was mixed together, we placed the mix on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet and spread it out to make a large square, about 2/3 the length of the pan and from side-to-side width wise. We baked it at 350° for 25 minutes. When it was done we cut the large piece into the 9 squares.
The final “burgers” are so juicy and delicious! They are a nice change from traditional fried or grilled burgers.
Glad you were able to tweak the recipe with what you had on hand. Sounds perfect!
This went immediately into the rotation when I made this for my wife. I ground our own chicken breasts straight into the bowl with everything else. Add patties they are delicious.
After we had them a few times, My wife challenged me to (1) double the recipe they’re so darn good, (2) try cooking them in the air fryer for even faster cleanup, and (3) make them as meatballs, so we could pair them with other things like atop spaghetti squash with sauce because they are so darn versatile.
So, here’s my contribution:
Make the recipe as-written. Dish into 1-ounce (black disher) portions, makes 18 meatballs. Preheat air fryer for 5 minutes to 400F, spray some oil in the bottom of the fryer. I cook them in three tiers in our Ninja foodi multi-cooker / air fryer. Cook 10-15 minutes, or until 165F internal temperature. They come out moist and delicious, but not “browned” sadly.
Hi Bill – Thanks so much for sharing all the variations you’ve made of these Greek chicken burgers! The meatballs sound amazing and incredibly easy in the air fryer. I’ll have to give that a try next time!
This recipe is excellent! Fits right in with my quest to have more protein! Instructions are well written, btw. Was a big hit!
Hi Linda – I’m so glad you found the perfect recipe that aligns with your high protein diet!
This was my second time making these delicious chicken burgers. I served them with Lisa’s Greek fries and some roasted broccoli. So good! My husband commented that were very “tasty.” I didn’t have a cucumber to make the tzatziki, but will definitely try that the next time.
Thrilled to hear you and your husband are loving these Greek chicken burgers, Bobbi! Definitely give the tzatziki sauce a try. next time.
These look so yummy! Would I be able to bake these in the oven instead of cooking on the stove? Do you think they would stay intact?
Hi Jennifer – yes, you could definitely bake these chicken burgers. I’ve done it myself as well. Enjoy!
yummy
This is an amazing recipe. It’s a favorite of my husband’s as well! The fresh dill rounds out this dish perfectly. I serve this with Lisa’s tzatziki sauce and Greek fries! Soooo good! You have to try this.
Hi Julie – Happy to hear these Greek chicken burgers have been such a hit in your household! You can’t serve these without the tzatziki sauce and Greek fries!
Made these Greek Chicken Burgers and they were a hit! Adding to my monthly rotation to make ~ healthy, delicious taste and easy to make. I am so happy to have stumbled across your FB/website. Have favorited other recipes I want to try – my goal is to eat better in 2025. Susan B
Happy to have you here as well, Susan! I’m glad you enjoyed this Greek chicken burgers and can’t wait to see what you make next!
Lovely, so easy & your videos are so helpful
Hi Doug – Glad you enjoyed these Greek chicken burgers and that the video was helpful!
This looks amazing!! I’m going to make it for my big fat Greek family. They will love it. THANK YOU! Your recipes are the best.
Can’t wait to hear what you think of the recipe, Eva!
Love making these easy and delicious meals. Mediterranean meals are my favorite. Gracias . J
So glad you enjoy these chicken burgers, Janie. That Mediterranean flavor is the best! :)
These were delicious, easy to make and the whole family really enjoyed them! I’m so glad I found your website! All the recipes we have tried have been delicious!!
Happy to have you here as well, Jessica! Glad these Greek chicken burgers were such a hit with your family, along with many other recipes.
These are seriously THE BEST chicken burgers I and my family have ever eaten!! In fact, I am going to make them again today!
Thanks Lisa! I love your content!
Thanks so much, Trudi! I’m thrilled to hear you and your family love them. Yay!
I made these burgers few times already. Really tasty and it was quick to make. Good ingredient’s too.
Wonderful! Happy to hear you’ve enjoyed these Greek chicken burgers countless times now, Violet.
Quick to make and so tasty. The whole family enjoyed them. My partner had the leftover patties on a toasted Turkish roll the next day for lunch. I’m a huge fan of anything with feta, this recipe will be a regular on the rotation
Hi Casey – Happy to hear these Greek chicken burgers were a hit with the whole family! Excited for you to make these again.
Just made these Greek Chicken Burgers tonight. Sooo yummy! Recipe was super easy to follow. Paired them with some homemade taziki sauce and feta cheese. Definitely a permanent recipe to add to my recipe box!
Hi Marcie – Happy to hear this recipe was easy to follow! Can’t forget the tzatziki sauce and feta for the final touches. Enjoy!
Very good! Adding to my dinner rotation.
Happy to hear you found a new meal to add into your dinner rotation, Bobbi!