Eating enough protein does not have to be boring. This Caprese Chicken Burger is proof that a high-protein meal can look good, taste great, and come together in under 30 minutes. It is the kind of recipe that fits seamlessly into a week of intentional eating without feeling like diet food.
Caprese Chicken Burger
Serves 3 | 25 minutes | 520 calories per serving
What you will need:
For the chicken burger:
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup pesto
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (optional)
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder, salt, and pepper seasoning mix
For the toppings:
- 3 large tomato slices
- 3 slices fresh mozzarella
- Fresh basil
- Balsamic glaze
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, almond flour, pesto, cottage cheese, basil, egg, and seasonings. Mix until fully combined, then form the mixture into three burger patties.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little olive oil. Cook the burgers for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through and golden on the outside.
- Top each burger with a slice of fresh mozzarella, a tomato slice, fresh basil, a drizzle of balsamic glaze, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately or store for meal prep.
Meal prep tips
- Cook the patties in advance and store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days
- Keep the toppings separate until you are ready to eat so everything stays fresh
- These work well served alongside a simple green salad, roasted vegetables, or sweet potato for a more complete meal
- If you want to increase the carbohydrate content around a training day, serve on a whole grain bun or with a side of rice
The nutrition breakdown
Per serving, this recipe provides:
- 520 calories
- 39g protein
- 13g carbs
- 35g fat
