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Crumbed chicken burger with melted mozzarella

These mozzarella and chicken burgers are BIG on flavour and take just 20 minutes to make - perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!

Burgers have long held a special place in the hearts of food lovers worldwide, and there’s something undeniably satisfying about the crispy bite of a perfectly crumbed chicken patty paired with the oozy goodness of melted mozzarella cheese. Recipe compliments of Astral Chicken.

Ingredients

  • ½ cup (125ml) mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • ½ cup (125ml) sundried tomatoes in oil, drained
  • 1 cup (250ml) grated mozzarella
  • 1 x box County Fair Frozen Crumbed Chicken Burger
  • 4 ciabatta buns
  • 30g rocket
  • 10g basil

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  2. Mix the mayonnaise and garlic together and set aside.
  3. Finely chop the sundried tomatoes and set aside.
  4. Place 4 crumbed chicken burger patties on an oven tray and cook until golden, turning halfway. Remove from the oven.
  5. Turn the grill on the highest setting.
  6. Spread the chopped sundried tomatoes over the top of each crumbed chicken burger patty, followed by a slice of mozzarella.
  7. Place under the hot grill and cook until the cheese has melted and is golden. Remove from the oven.
  8. Slice the ciabatta buns in half. Spread the aioli over the cut sides. Top each base with a small handful of rocket leaves. Place a patty on each, followed by some fresh basil leaves. Serve warm.

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