Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce

Craving a taste of Greece? These Greek chicken burgers are the answer. After making them dozens of times, I’ve mastered the perfect blend of spices and the ideal cooking time to ensure juicy, flavorful patties. The tzatziki sauce is light, creamy, and the perfect complement to the rich chicken. Speaking of light, this recipe is perfect for spring cookouts. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Keto Zucchini Parmesan Fritters with Sour Cream Dip and Cinnamon Sugar Churro Pancakes for Easy Weekend Brunch.

What You'll Need for Juicy 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.

• 1.5 lbs ground chicken
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• Optional: Lettuce leaves
• Optional: Tomato slices
• Optional: Red onion slices
• Optional: Cucumber slices
• Optional: Tzatziki sauce (recipe below)

How to Make Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce

1. Prepare the chicken mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, onion, garlic, feta, parsley, egg, breadcrumbs, oregano, thyme, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix until just combined.
2. Form the patties: Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape into patties. Use your thumb to create a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up while cooking.
3. Chill the patties: Place the patties on a plate lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help them hold together during cooking.
4. Cook the burgers: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
5. Prepare the tzatziki sauce: While the burgers are cooking, combine 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cucumber (grated and squeezed dry), 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 clove garlic (minced), 1 tbsp lemon juice, and salt to taste. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
6. Assemble the burgers: Serve the burgers on buns with your choice of toppings and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.

Storing & Reheating Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover burgers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: The chicken mixture can be prepared up to 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated until ready to cook.

Freezing Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce

Freeze cooked burgers for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat burgers in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat burgers in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, or until heated through. Be careful not to overheat, as this can make the burgers dry.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicier burger, add 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes to the chicken mixture.
• Best substitution: No fresh herbs? Substitute dried herbs at a 1:3 ratio (1 tsp dried herbs for every 3 tsp fresh herbs).
• Make-ahead: The tzatziki sauce can be made up to 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your burgers are falling apart while cooking, try adding a bit more breadcrumbs to the mixture. If they're still not holding together, use a food processor to finely chop the onion and garlic before mixing with the chicken.

Juicy Greek Chicken Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce

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Prep

30 mins

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Cook

15 mins

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Total

45 mins

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs ground chicken
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Seasonings

• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprika

Optional Toppings

• Lettuce leaves
• Tomato slices
• Red onion slices
• Cucumber slices
• Tzatziki sauce (recipe below)

Instructions

1. Prepare the chicken mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, onion, garlic, feta, parsley, egg, breadcrumbs, oregano, thyme, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix until just combined.
2. Form the patties: Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions and shape into patties. Use your thumb to create a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up while cooking.
3. Chill the patties: Place the patties on a plate lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help them hold together during cooking.
4. Cook the burgers: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
5. Prepare the tzatziki sauce: While the burgers are cooking, combine 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cucumber (grated and squeezed dry), 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 clove garlic (minced), 1 tbsp lemon juice, and salt to taste. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
6. Assemble the burgers: Serve the burgers on buns with your choice of toppings and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicier burger, add 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes to the chicken mixture.
• Best substitution: No fresh herbs? Substitute dried herbs at a 1:3 ratio (1 tsp dried herbs for every 3 tsp fresh herbs).
• Make-ahead: The tzatziki sauce can be made up to 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your burgers are falling apart while cooking, try adding a bit more breadcrumbs to the mixture. If they're still not holding together, use a food processor to finely chop the onion and garlic before mixing with the chicken.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftover burgers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked burgers for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat burgers in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat burgers in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, or until heated through. Be careful not to overheat, as this can make the burgers dry.
• Make ahead: The chicken mixture can be prepared up to 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated until ready to cook.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 270
• Protein: 25g
• Fat: 15g
• Carbs: 12g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 600mg
• Cholesterol: 120mg
• Sat. Fat: 6g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Juicy 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!