15-minute chicken & halloumi burgers
This dish presents a surprising and delightful harmony of succulent chicken breast seared in a spicy glaze alongside golden halloumi and the crisp texture of fresh cabbage. It is the quintessential solution for an elegant yet swift family dinner, balancing bold flavors with a superb contrast of temperatures and zest.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
Instructions
- 1Put the chicken breasts between two pieces of baking parchment and use a rolling pin to gently bash them until they are approximately 1cm thick. Cut each chicken breast into two even pieces.
- 2If you're using a frying pan, heat two frying pans over medium-high heat, with one of them containing oil. Fry the chicken in the oiled pan for 3-4 mins on each side until they are cooked through. Season the chicken, reduce the heat, drizzle in the chilli sauce and half of the lemon juice, and cook for an additional 1-2 mins until the sauce is reduced. Remove the chicken from the heat.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 381
- Protein
- 23.8g
- Carbs
- 2.4g
Recommended Equipment & Products
- Ninja air fryer
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Chef tips
To keep the chicken juicy, avoid pressing down on the patty while cooking. Sear the halloumi on a very hot pan at the last minute so it's golden on the outside and melty on the inside. For a kosher version, swap the halloumi for seared tofu with a splash of soy sauce, or skip the cheese and add avocado slices and caramelized onions for a rich, creamy bite.
Culinary reasoning
This dish presents a surprising and delightful harmony of succulent chicken breast seared in a spicy glaze alongside golden halloumi and the crisp texture of fresh cabbage. It is the quintessential solution for an elegant yet swift family dinner, balancing bold flavors with a superb contrast of temperatures and zest.