Crispy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce
Crispy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce are the perfect summer cookout food. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting that perfect crispy exterior. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy No-Bake Biscoff Cheesecake Cups and Crispy Chipotle Honey Chicken with Smoked Gouda Mashed Potatoes.
Why This Crispy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy exterior with juicy chicken patties
- Creamy tzatziki sauce for cooling contrast
- Easy to customize with your favorite toppings
- Better than takeout, perfect for summer cookouts
What You'll Need for Crispy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Ground chicken
- Onion
- Garlic
- Breadcrumbs
- Egg
- Feta cheese
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Dried oregano
- Cumin
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Optional: Lettuce
- Optional: Tomato
- Optional: Red onion
- Optional: Cucumber
- Optional: Tzatziki sauce
- Optional: Feta cheese
- Optional: Pita bread
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Ground chicken: Dark meat has more flavor but white meat is leaner.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Meat thermometer — Ensures perfectly cooked, juicy chicken patties → See on Amazon
- Cast iron skillet — Even heat distribution for perfect searing → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce
- Prepare chicken patties: Mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, feta, salt, pepper, oregano, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder. Form into patties.
- Chill patties: Chill patties in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to help them hold together.
- Cook patties: Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Prepare tzatziki sauce: Mix Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Chill until ready to serve.
- Assemble burgers: Toast buns, spread tzatziki sauce on both halves, add lettuce, cooked chicken patty, tomato, red onion, cucumber, and feta. Serve immediately.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce
- Common mistake and fix: Overmixing chicken mixture can lead to tough patties. Mix just until combined.
- Pro tip: Chilling patties before cooking helps them hold together and get a nice sear.
- Pro tip: Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken patties are cooked to 165°F (74°C).
- Pro tip: Toast buns for added crunch and to prevent them from getting soggy.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover patties and tzatziki sauce in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare patties and tzatziki sauce up to 1 day ahead. Assemble burgers just before serving.
Freezing Crispy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce
Freeze cooked patties for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat patties in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat patties in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. Toppings may be added after reheating.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Using cold hands when forming patties helps prevent them from sticking to your hands.
- Best substitution: Substitute ground turkey for ground chicken if desired.
- Make-ahead: Prepare patties and tzatziki sauce up to 1 day ahead. Assemble burgers just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If patties are falling apart, try chilling them longer or adding more breadcrumbs to the mixture.
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Crispy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Ground chicken
- Onion
- Garlic
- Breadcrumbs
- Egg
- Feta cheese
- Olive oil
Seasonings
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Dried oregano
- Cumin
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
Optional Toppings
- Lettuce
- Tomato
- Red onion
- Cucumber
- Tzatziki sauce
- Feta cheese
- Pita bread
Instructions
- Prepare chicken patties: Mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, feta, salt, pepper, oregano, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder. Form into patties.
- Chill patties: Chill patties in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to help them hold together.
- Cook patties: Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Prepare tzatziki sauce: Mix Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Chill until ready to serve.
- Assemble burgers: Toast buns, spread tzatziki sauce on both halves, add lettuce, cooked chicken patty, tomato, red onion, cucumber, and feta. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Chef tip: Using cold hands when forming patties helps prevent them from sticking to your hands.
- Best substitution: Substitute ground turkey for ground chicken if desired.
- Make-ahead: Prepare patties and tzatziki sauce up to 1 day ahead. Assemble burgers just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If patties are falling apart, try chilling them longer or adding more breadcrumbs to the mixture.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover patties and tzatziki sauce in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked patties for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat patties in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat patties in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. Toppings may be added after reheating.
- Make ahead: Prepare patties and tzatziki sauce up to 1 day ahead. Assemble burgers just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sat. Fat: 8g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce FAQs
Yes, prepare patties and tzatziki sauce up to 1 day ahead. Assemble burgers just before serving.
Overcooking can lead to dry burgers. Use a meat thermometer to ensure patties are cooked to 165°F (74°C).
Yes, freeze cooked patties for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.
Yes, cook patties in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Sour cream or mayonnaise can be used as a substitute for Greek yogurt in tzatziki sauce.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
