Easy Jerk Chicken Burgers – Spicy, Juicy, and Ready in 30 Minutes
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These Jamaican jerk chicken burgers are juicy, spicy, packed with flavor and ready in under 30 minutes. Made with lean ground chicken and a bold homemade jerk spice blend, they’re perfect for grilling season or quick weeknight dinners. No boring chicken here—just real flavor and simple ingredients.
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Ingredient list:
- Ground chicken, turkey, pork or beef
- Onion
- Soy or tamari sauce
- Jerk Seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
- Olive oil
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How to make this spicy chicken burger recipe
Prepare the ingredients – Shred or chop the onions, and measure the tamari sauce and spice blend. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Mix the ingredients: In a bowl, combine the ground chicken, shredded onion and jerk seasoning. Mix well using a spoon or your hands.
- Shape the patties: Form the mixture into two even burger patties and set them aside.
- Cook the burgers: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the burgers for 5 to 6 miniutes perside or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
Note: Cooking time may vary depending on the heat source and the patty thickness.
Tips for Juicy, Flavor-packed Burgers
- Too soft to handle? Chill the formed patties in the fridge for 30 minutes to help them firm up.
- Add more structure – Mix in 1–2 tablespoons of breadcrumbs for patties that hold together better.
- Prevent sticking on the grill – Brush the grill grates with olive oil before cooking. This helps create a clean sear and easy flip.
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How to Serve Jerk Chicken Burgers
For a classic burger, serve these spicy chicken patties on whole-wheat or brioiche bun with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato and a red onion. Add your favorite hot sauce, or mayo, guacamole with a side salad, homemade pickles and potato chips.
For low-carb option, skip the bun and serve the patties in lettuce wraps with onion and tomato, or over a salad bowl with your favorite veggies and a tangy vinaigrette.
Storage, Freezing and Reheating Tips
Spicy Jerk Burger Variations
Slider Style – Shape the mixture into 4 to 6 mini patties or double the recipe for crowd-pleasing sliders. Serve on small rolls with your favorite toppings—perfect for parties or meal prep.
Make Meatballs – Roll into 1-inch balls instead of patties. Bake or pan-fry and serve over greens, grain bowls, or with a tangy dipping sauce.
Melt on Cheese – Add a slice of provolone, cheddar, or even a spicy pepper jack right before the burgers finish cooking for a melty upgrade.
Tropical Twist – Top with grilled pineapple, slaw, or mango salsa for a sweet-spicy combo that balances the heat.
Breakfast Burger – Add a fried egg and avocado on top and serve with roasted sweet potatoes or tucked into a whole-grain English muffin.
Spicy Jerk Chicken Wraps – Crumble the burger and arrange it in a wrap with lettuce tomatoes, onions and pickles. Drizzle on a little ranch dressing for extra flavor.
Questions
Yes, you can. Heat a large frying pan over medium to high heat with a tablespoon of oil. Add the patties to the pan, and reduce to medium heat.
Cook the burgers for 5 to 6 minutes on each side until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
Yes! You can prep the patties up to a day in advance and keep them refrigerated.For longer storage, freeze the uncooked patties for up to 3 months.
Depending on the spice blend you use, they have a medium heat level. If you prefer hotter, add a dash of cayenne pepper, if you prefer milder cut back on the amount of spice blend.
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Caribbean Jerk Chicken Burgers
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons minced onions
- 1 tablespoon tamari sauce
- 1 tablespoon homemade Caribbean Jerk Seasoning
Instructions
- Mince 3 tablespoons minced onions and add them to a bowl with the1 pound ground chicken breast.
- Add 1 tablespoon homemade Caribbean Jerk Seasoning and 1 tablespoon tamari sauce to the chicken and onions and mix everything together.
- Form the chicken into four patties using your hands or a burger press.
- Preheat the grill or a grill pan to medium to high heat. Cook the patties for 5 to 6 minutes on one side and flip them over. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes longer or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
Notes
TIPS:
- Chill the patties to firm them up before grilling
- Add a little 2 to 3 tablespoons of breadcrumbs for structure.
- Prevent sticking and brush the grill grates with olive oil before cooking
- If patties resist flipping after 5 minutes, let them cook a little longer. They will release once they are ready.
- Don’t have all of the ingredients? Try the ingredient swap assistant.
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and can vary based on cooking methods and ingredients used
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