Chicken Teriyaki Burgers
These chicken teriyaki burgers are packed with umami from the savory-sweet teriyaki marinade and balanced by a crisp, tangy sesame slaw. Tucked in buttery brioche buns and finished with your favorite sauce, they’re the perfect mix of comfort and freshness.
Ingredients
Chicken Teriyaki Burgers
- 1 lb. ground chicken
- ¼ cup teriyaki sauce
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Sesame Slaw
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup chopped green onions optional
Extras
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil for frying
- 4 brioche buns
- ¼ cup yum yum sauce or mayo, sriracha, chili crisp – your choice
Instructions
- Make the Sesame Slaw: Combine all slaw ingredients in a bowl.
- Toss and adjust to taste. Set aside.
- Make the Burgers: In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, teriyaki sauce, panko, garlic powder, and salt. Form into 4 patties.
- Fry the Burgers: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook patties for 3–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F inside).
- Toast the Buns: Lightly toast buns cut side down in the same skillet over medium-low heat.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://wimpysdiner.net/chicken-teriyaki-burgers/
Notes
- Don’t overmix the ground chicken to avoid tough burgers.
- Brioche buns add richness, but you can use any buns you like.
- Store leftover slaw separately and use within 2 days for best crunch.