How to Make Baja Baked Chicken Cheeseburgers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Baja Baked Chicken Cheeseburgers are a delicious and healthy twist on the classic cheeseburger. This recipe combines the juicy flavors of baked chicken with the zesty kick of Baja sauce, creating a mouthwatering meal that will have your taste buds begging for more.

These cheeseburgers are perfect for anyone looking to add some variety to their weeknight dinner routine. They are easy to make and can be customized to fit your personal taste preferences. Plus, they are a great way to sat...

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Ingredients

  • 1 jalapeno pepper, halved, divided
  • 1 small red bell pepper, halved, divided
  • 1 small red onion, halved, divided
  • 2 pounds ground chicken
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 ½ teaspoons adobo seasoning (such as Goya®)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon Mexican seasoning mix (such as Goya® Sazonador Total)
  • 8 slices pepper Jack cheese
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 8 tablespoons Mexican-style sour cream, or to taste
  • 8 hamburger buns, split

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 chicken burgers

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Slice 1/2 of the jalapeno pepper, 1/2 of the bell pepper, and 1/2 of the onion into rings for topping. Set aside.
  • Combine ground chicken and cilantro in the bowl of a food processor; season with adobo seasoning, cumin, and Mexican seasoning. Add remaining peppers and onion. Pulse until mixture is combined. Shape into 8 burgers.
  • Place burgers on a rimmed baking sheet lined with a drip tray.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Place 1 slice of pepper Jack cheese on top of each burger. Add onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno slices on top.
  • Spread Mexican sour cream onto each hamburger bun. Top with a chicken burger and serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    404 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 101mg
    • Sodium: 422mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 34g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 159mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 526mg