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Shredded Chicken Burgers

Course Main Course
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 500 g boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • 1 small onion thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes optional
  • ½ cup chicken stock or water

For the Burgers

  • 4 soft burger buns
  • Lettuce leaves
  • Sliced tomatoes
  • Sliced onions
  • Pickles optional
  • Cheese slices optional
  • Mayonnaise or your favorite burger sauce

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  2. Add the chicken breasts, paprika, black pepper, salt and chili flakes. Pour in the chicken stock or water.
  3. Cover the skillet and cook for about 15–18 minutes, turning the chicken once, until it is fully cooked and tender.
  4. Transfer the chicken to a plate and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and toss it with the flavorful cooking juices. Cook uncovered for another 2–3 minutes.