Jamie Oliver Chicken Burgers Recipe

You know when you just need something easy—but not boring? This is it. Jamie Oliver’s chicken burgers surprised me. I wasn’t expecting much. I’d had a long day, the kind where your brain is jelly and your feet are louder than your thoughts. I threw these together more out of desperation than inspiration. And wow. Juicy, garlicky, with that crispy edge that almost makes you forget it’s ground chicken. Inspired by Jamie Oliver, of course.

Ingredients Needed

For the Patties:

• 1 pound (454 grams) extra-lean ground chicken
• 1/2 small onion, grated so fine it’s basically juice
• 2 cloves of garlic, crushed like your mood after 5pm
• 1 egg (don’t skip it—holds the whole thing together)
• Salt and black pepper. To taste. Not a science.

For the Crunch:

• 1/2 cup (60 grams) Italian-seasoned bread crumbs, split in two

For the Sizzle:

• 2 teaspoons olive oil. Or butter if you’re feeling cheeky.

How To Make Jamie Oliver Chicken Burgers

1. Mix the Mess: I dumped the chicken into a big bowl. Added the onion-slush, garlic, egg, and half the crumbs. Salted it generously. Pepper, too. Then I just dove in with my hands. Cold, squishy, sticky. Honestly, Therapeutic. Like grown-up play-dough. Once it looked evenly mixed—moist but not sloppy—I stopped.
2. Shape ‘Em Up: Scooped out four rough portions. Pressed them into thick, palm-sized patties. Not perfect circles—mine never are—but uniform-ish. That’s the key: they gotta cook at the same pace.
3. Crumb Coat: Laid out the rest of the crumbs on a plate. Plopped each patty into the mix, gave ‘em a little press. Crumbs clung on like they meant it.
4. Into the Pan: Heated oil in a skillet until it shimmered like a mirage. Set the patties in gently, like laying a baby down. Sizzle. Smelled amazing. Gave them about 6 minutes per side, flipping only once. Golden brown outside. Inside? Done and juicy. Checked one just to be sure. You want 165°F in the center. No raw surprises.
5. Time To Pile On: Toasted some soft buns. Slathered one side with mayo, the other with mustard. Added a lettuce leaf, tomato slices, a bit of red onion. Then the patty. No extra sauce needed, really. But go wild.

Why I Love This Recipe

I didn’t expect to crave these. But there’s something about the garlic and those crispy edges. They’ve got comfort written all over them. My partner—who usually rolls their eyes when I say “chicken burger”—asked for seconds. That never happens. These are weeknight gold.

Recipe Tips

• Chicken can be dry. Add a drizzle of olive oil to the mix if it feels too lean.
• Wet your hands before shaping the patties. Trust me. No sticky mess.
• Don’t skip the breadcrumbs on the outside—they turn into this magical crust.
• Use a meat thermometer. Don’t pretend you can “just tell.” You can’t.
• Switch up the seasoning if you want. Cajun mix? Lemon zest? Go nuts.

How To Store This Jamie Oliver Chicken Burgers

• Room Temp: Eat them right away or wrap them up. Two hours max, or the food police will come for you.
• Fridge: They’ll hang out fine in a sealed container for up to 3 days. Good for lazy lunches.
• Freezer: Wrap each patty tight in plastic or foil. Then shove into a freezer bag. They’ll last about two months.

Reheating:

• Oven: 350°F for 10 minutes. Comes out crisp-ish.
• Microwave: Paper towel trick works. 1–2 mins.
• Stovetop: Add a bit of oil and warm them gently. Don’t rush.
• Air fryer: 350°F for 3-4 minutes. Crispy edges come back to life.

Let’s Answer a Few Questions!

Can I grill these instead?
Yep. Just make sure the grates are clean and oiled, or they’ll stick like a bad habit.

How do I really know when they’re cooked?
Thermometer. 165°F in the thickest part. That’s it.

What toppings work best? Honestly?
Lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo. Or leftover slaw. Or a fried egg. You get the idea.

How thick should I make the patties?
Half an inch-ish. Too thin and they dry out. Too thick and the middle stays sad and raw.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 272
• Carbs: 11g
• Protein: 22g
• Fat: 15g
• Sugar: 1g
• Fibre: 1g
• Sodium: 605mg

Try More Recipes:

• Jamie Oliver Venison Burgers
• Jamie Oliver Halloumi Burger
• Jamie Oliver The Hix Turkey Burger