Oregano and Feta Chicken Burgers

Ingredients

• Ground chicken (1 pound)
• Feta cheese (1/2 cup, crumbled)
• Fresh oregano (2 tablespoons, chopped)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Salt (1 teaspoon)
• Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
• Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
• Hamburger buns (4, toasted)
• Lettuce (4 leaves, washed)
• Tomato (1, sliced)
• Red onion (1/2, thinly sliced)
• Greek yogurt (1/2 cup)
• Lemon juice (1 tablespoon)
• Garlic powder (1/2 teaspoon)
• Salt (to taste)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the ground chicken, crumbled feta cheese, chopped oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
2. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty, making them slightly thicker in the center for even cooking.
3. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, gently place the patties in the skillet.
4. Cook the chicken burgers for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and develop a beautiful golden-brown crust.
5. While the burgers are cooking, prepare the yogurt sauce by mixing the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Adjust salt to taste and set aside.
6. Toast the hamburger buns on a grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
7. Assemble each burger by placing a chicken patty on the bottom half of a toasted bun. Layer with a leaf of lettuce, slices of tomato, and red onion.
8. Generously drizzle the yogurt sauce over the toppings, then crown each burger with the top half of the bun.
9. Serve hot and savor the delightful flavors of your Mediterranean-inspired meal!