Chicken Caesar Smash Burgers

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If you love a classic chicken Caesar salad but want something a whole lot heartier, these Chicken Caesar Smash Burgers are about to become your new obsession.

Crispy-edged ground chicken patties, melty mozzarella, smoky bacon, and a crunchy Caesar salad piled onto buttery toasted brioche buns create the ultimate burger that’s packed with bold flavor in every bite.

Why This Recipe is a Winner!

• The best of two favorites – It combines a juicy smash burger with a classic Caesar salad in one unforgettable sandwich.
• Quick to make – Ready in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
• Simple ingredients – Everything can be found at your local grocery store with no fancy ingredients required.
• Great for summer grilling or stovetop cooking – Easily made in a skillet or on a flat-top griddle.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 lb ground chicken
• 3 cups shredded romaine lettuce
• ¾ cup caesar dressing
• 1 tablespoon grated parmesan
• ⅓ cup croutons, crumbled
• 4 slices bacon
• 4 slices mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 brioche buns
• salt and pepper to taste

Printable Recipe Card with a Full List of Ingredients and Instructions is Located at the Bottom of the Post.

Be sure to read through the entire post so that you don’t miss out on any important tips and tricks!   

 STEP 1: 

I added shredded romaine, Caesar dressing, grated parmesan and crumbled croutons to a mixing bowl and tossed them until well combined.

I set the bowl aside.

 STEP 2: 

I heated a large skillet over medium-high heat and placed 4 strips of bacon in the skillet.

I cooked the bacon strips until they were crispy and then transferred them to a paper towel lined plate.

 STEP 3: 

I divided a pound of ground chicken into 4 equal balls.

I added the balls to the hot skillet and used a burger press to flatten them into thin patties.

 STEP 4: 

Once the patties were browned and crispy on the bottom, I flipped them to brown the other side.

 STEP 5: 

I placed a slice of mozzarella cheese on top of each burger patty.

I placed a lid on the skillet just until the cheese was melted.

 STEP 6: 

Once the cheese was fully melted I removed the lid from the skillet and transferred the burger patties to a plate.

 STEP 7: 

I brushed the cut sides of 2 brioche hamburger buns with melted butter.

 STEP 8: 

I toasted the buns in the skillet.

 STEP 9: 

I spread the bottom buns with Caesar dressing and placed a burger patty on top.

 STEP 10: 

I broke the strips of bacon in half and placed 2 pieces on top of each burger patty.

I placed an additional burger patty on top followed by two more pieces of bacon.

 STEP 11: 

I topped the burger patties with the Caesar salad mixture.

 STEP 12: 

I spread top buns with Caesar dressing and placed them on the burgers.

Every bite is loaded with juicy chicken, crispy bacon, gooey mozzarella, crunchy Caesar salad, and buttery toasted brioche, giving you the perfect mix of creamy, crunchy, smoky, and savory flavors.

These Chicken Caesar Smash Burgers are messy in the best possible way, making them the kind of unforgettable meal you’ll be craving long after the last bite.

If you are looking for a delicious way to use ground chicken, then you need to try these Chicken Caesar Smash Burgers!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why do I need to smash the chicken patties?

• Smashing the patties creates more surface area, giving you those irresistible crispy, browned edges while helping the burgers cook quickly and evenly.

Can I make these burgers on a Blackstone or griddle?

• Absolutely! A flat-top griddle or Blackstone is perfect for smash burgers and makes it easy to get a nice golden crust.

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