Hamburger di Pollo

Hamburger di Pollo is a healthy Italian chicken burger that combines fresh herbs and spices for a flavorful twist. Served on a whole-grain bun with a light pesto mayo, it's a satisfying meal that’s both nutritious and delicious.

Ingredients

• Ground chicken - 400 grams
• Fresh basil - 30 grams, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Whole wheat burger buns - 2
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Pesto - 2 tablespoons
• Lettuce leaves - 2
• Tomato - 1, sliced
• Red onion - 1/4, thinly sliced

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped basil, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. Form the chicken mixture into 2 equal patties, about 1.5 cm thick.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken patties and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 75°C).
4. While the patties are cooking, prepare the whole wheat buns by toasting them lightly.
5. Spread 1 tablespoon of pesto on each bottom half of the toasted buns.
6. Place a lettuce leaf on each bun, followed by a cooked chicken patty, a slice of tomato, and a few rings of red onion.
7. Top with the other half of the bun, serve warm, and enjoy your Hamburger di Pollo!

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in lean protein from chicken, supporting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and nuts in pesto, promoting heart health.

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