Fresh and zesty Easy Chili Lime Chicken Burgers (Trader Joe’s Copycat) are packed with finely chopped vegetables, lime juice, and seasonings. The southwestern flavors go perfectly in a lettuce wrap or on a salad to keep this recipe keto-friendly!
Trader Joe’s is notorious for inspiring some of my favorite meals and snacks, such as Cauliflower Gnocchi, Keto Crackers, and Everything Bagels. Therefore, it’s no surprise that I’m sharing these copycat Easy Chili Lime Chicken Burgers next!
Light, juicy, and zesty, a batch of these copycat Trader Joe’s chili lime chicken burgers should be kept in your freezer at all times. Furthermore, they’re easy to prepare ahead of time and freeze beautifully. They’re delicious whether you eat them on a bun, a protein-packed salad, or tucked into fajitas or a vegetable wrap.
These naturally gluten-free and keto chicken burgers are filled with finely chopped vegetables, lime juice, and seasonings to infuse tangy southwestern flavors. I topped my patties with avocado, tomato slices, and cilantro but you could add even more, like a fresh avocado salsa or a slice of pepper jack cheese. Most importantly, you’ll end up with juicy burgers that bring fresh and bright flavors to any summer meal!
Chili lime chicken burger ingredients
- Ground chicken – Ground chicken burgers pair well with the tang and spice in this southwestern recipe. Unlike beef or pork, the meat is tender and lean with just a little bit of fat to give each bite a boost of flavor and moisture.
- Veggie filling – Mixing minced green onion, bell pepper, cilantro, and garlic with the ground meat gives these burgers texture and lots of fresh flavors.
- Lime juice – The acid in the fresh lime juice and zest will add a nice balance to these burgers.
- Seasonings – All you need is salt and red pepper flakes to give the burgers just a hint of spice.
- Burger toppings – Like avocado, lime juice, tomato slices, and cilantro. Feel free to add more if you wish! Melted cheese, guacamole, avocado salsa, queso fresco, pico de gallo, or corn and peach salsa would all go well with the burgers.
Can I make the burgers ahead of time?
Yes! You can easily prepare and shape the burgers and then freeze them for later. Here’s how it’s done:
- Combine the ground chicken, green onions, red bell pepper, cilantro, garlic, salt, red pepper flakes, and lime juice in a bowl. Shape into 4 equal sized patties.
- Flash freeze the burgers in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- When they’re frozen, add a piece of parchment paper between each patty and transfer them to a sealed freezer bag. Remove as much air as possible, seal, and label the bag with the date.
- Lastly, when it’s time to cook, defrost the burgers in the fridge and cook according to the recipe instructions.
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FAQ
How long to cook Trader Joe’s turkey burgers?
What are Trader Joe’s chili lime chicken burgers?
These Trader Joe’s Chili Lime Chicken Burgers are a slight variation on the traditional chicken burger patties found at TJ’s. These are priced right at under $4, with four patties in each box. The ingredients are fairly simple and healthy. It’s mostly just ground chicken, spices and lime. As for the flavor, they are subtle but not bad.
What are Chile lime chicken burgers?
The Chile Lime Chicken Burgers, however, are a bit more complex than that, featuring onions, bell peppers, garlic, and lime juice concentrate. That means these have a more complex flavor profile. That’s a good thing, as far as we’re concerned. These burgers are incredibly tasty, and we could almost just eat these patties plain.
Are Trader Joe’s Chicken Burgers good?
A really decked-out burger is going to cost you some serious calories. The patties themselves are perfectly acceptable, though. The Trader Joe’s Chile Lime Chicken Burgers are delicious and versatile. These probably won’t replace the ever-craveable Turkey Burgers in our freezer, but they are seriously tasty.
Are Trader Joe’s Chicken Burgers keto friendly?
Fresh and zesty Easy Chili Lime Chicken Burgers (Trader Joe’s Copycat) are packed with finely chopped vegetables, lime juice, and seasonings. The southwestern flavors go perfectly in a lettuce wrap or on a salad to keep this recipe keto-friendly!