Hamburguesa de Pollo

Hamburguesa de Pollo is a delicious high-protein Mexican chicken burger that combines juicy grilled chicken with vibrant flavors and fresh toppings. It's a perfect choice for a satisfying meal packed with nutrition and taste.

Hamburguesa de Pollo
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast - 300 grams
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Cumin - 1 teaspoon
  • Paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Whole wheat burger buns - 2
  • Avocado - 1 medium, sliced
  • Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
  • Red onion - 1/2, thinly sliced
  • Lettuce - 2 leaves
  • Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Lime - 1, juiced
  • Salsa - 4 tablespoons

Steps

  1. Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Coat the chicken breasts with the spice mixture and let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
  4. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and juices run clear.
  5. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the burger buns by toasting them lightly on the grill or in a toaster.
  6. Once the chicken is done, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it in half horizontally to fit the bun.
  7. Assemble the burgers by placing a piece of chicken on each bun, followed by lettuce, tomato, red onion, avocado slices, and a drizzle of lime juice.
  8. Top with fresh cilantro and salsa, then close the burgers with the top bun and serve immediately.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 36 g
  • Carbs: 34 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Contains healthy fats from avocado, promoting heart health.

Tags

MexicanHigh ProteinBurger