Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Make the Salsa
- In a medium bowl, gently fold together corn, avocado, red onion, lime juice, jalapeno if using, remaining 1/4 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust lime or salt. Set aside - the lime juice will keep the avocado green while you cook the burgers.
Form and Cook the Burgers
- In a large bowl, use your hands to gently combine ground chicken, garlic, 1/4 cup cilantro, cumin, 1/2 tsp salt, and pepper. Do not overmix or burgers will be tough. Divide into 4 equal portions and shape into 3/4-inch thick patties, making a slight depression in the center of each to prevent puffing.
- Heat olive oil in a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add patties and cook without moving for 5-6 minutes until well-browned and release easily. Flip and cook 4-5 minutes more until internal temperature reaches 165°F. The center should feel firm when pressed.
- While burgers rest, toast the brioche buns cut-side down on the grill pan or grill for 1-2 minutes until golden and slightly crisp.
Assemble and Serve
- Place each chicken patty on a toasted bun bottom. Spoon a generous 1/3 cup of avocado corn salsa over the patty, letting some spill onto the plate. Top with bun and serve immediately with extra salsa on the side.
Notes
For the juiciest burgers, use ground chicken with some fat content - 93% lean works well; 99% lean will be dry. The salsa is best made within 30 minutes of serving since avocado browns eventually, though the lime juice buys you time. No grill? A cast-iron skillet works beautifully - just get it ripping hot first.
