Caesar Chicken Burger

This Caesar Chicken Burger is a flavorful twist on the beloved Caesar salad. It features juicy, spiced chicken breast slices paired with crispy bacon, fresh iceberg lettuce, sun-dried tomatoes, shaved Parmesan, and chopped parsley. Everything is brought together with a creamy Greek yogurt sauce that has a touch of lime and black pepper for extra zing. Served on lightly toasted buns, this burger is ideal for a casual lunch, dinner with friends, or even a fun weekend treat. It's fresh, indulgent, and packed with protein — and it pairs perfectly with a chilled blonde beer or sparkling lemonade.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 4 burger buns

• 2 chicken breasts

• 1 head of iceberg lettuce

• 120 g Greek yogurt

• Fresh parsley, chopped

• 6 sun-dried tomatoes

• 100 g Parmesan cheese

• 1 lime

• 2 teaspoons curry powder

• 2 teaspoons paprika

• 200 g bacon

• Extra virgin olive oil

• Salt and black pepper to taste
  
  

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken:
Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make thinner fillets. Season both sides with curry powder, paprika, and a little salt. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a pan over high heat and sear the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until nicely golden. Cover the pan, reduce heat, and cook for an additional 10 minutes to ensure it’s fully cooked and tender.

Prepare the Salad:
Rinse and chop the iceberg lettuce. Shave the Parmesan cheese into thin flakes. Tear the parsley into small pieces. Cut the sun-dried tomatoes into thin strips. Toss everything in a large bowl with the juice of one lime, a drizzle of olive oil, and a pinch of salt.

Make the Yogurt Sauce:
In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with a bit of olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy. This sauce brings a refreshing tang and helps balance the richness of the chicken and bacon.

Cook the Bacon:
In a separate pan, cook the bacon until crispy. Set it on paper towels to drain excess grease.

Assemble the Burgers:
Lightly toast the burger buns. On the bottom half, add a scoop of the fresh salad mixture. Place a slice or two of the spiced chicken over the lettuce. Add strips of crispy bacon on top, then spoon over a generous amount of yogurt sauce. Close with the top bun and serve warm.

Serving Suggestions

This Caesar Chicken Burger is best served immediately while warm. Pair it with a side of oven-baked fries, sweet potato wedges, or a light garden salad. For drinks, it goes beautifully with a chilled beer, citrus-infused water, or sparkling iced tea.

Nutritional Information (Estimated per Serving)

• Calories: 600–700 kcal

• Protein: 35–40 g

• Fat: 30–35 g

• Carbohydrates: 40–50 g
  
  

These values may vary depending on the size of your portions and the brands of ingredients used.