Spinach Artichoke Chicken Burger

Burger Ingredients:

• small onion (minced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 3 oz fresh spinach (chopped)
• ½ cup artichoke hearts (chopped)
• large pinch salt
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 lb ground chicken
• zest of 1 lemon (grated)
• large pinch crushed red pepper
• ¾ tsp sea salt or to taste
• black pepper to taste

Additional Toppings:

• Sliced artichoke hearts
• Sliced red onion
• Crushed red pepper
• Sliced tomatoes
• Lettuce for wrapping if desired

Directions:

1. Heat a medium skillet over medium heat and add the oil. Saute the onions until translucent, and the garlic and cook 30 seconds. Add spinach and stir so it wilts, then add the artichoke hearts and cook, stirring, for 30-60 seconds. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper, remove from heat and set aside to cool.
2. In a large bowl, add the ground chicken, lemon zest, red pepper, and sea salt and black pepper. Add in the partially cooled spinach mixture and mix well with your hands to combine.
3. Form the mixture into 5-6 patties, wetting your hands slightly to make it easier if it’s sticky.
4. Prepare to either grill or pan fry the burgers. Heat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Once sizzling hot, cook each patty for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Transfer to a platter to serve with the aioli and other toppings of your choice.
5. Serve over lettuce, the sliced red onion, and more crushed red pepper. Enjoy!!