Chicken Burger with Mozzarella

Chicken Burger with Melting Mozzarella

For the patties:

1 pound ground chicken (we used an equal mix of chicken thigh and breast)

pinch cayenne

heavy pinch salt

¼ teaspoon smoked paprika

¼ teaspoon onion powder

¼ teaspoon garlic powder

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

1 egg, whisked

1/3 cup Italian breadcrumb

neutral oil for cooking

For the Burgers:

mozzarella

watercress or arugula

½ cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

pretzel bun

In a bowl, mix together the ground chicken, cayenne, salt, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, egg and Italian breadcrumbs. Form into 4 ounces patties. Sear the chicken burgers in a drizzle of oil on both sides until cooked through. Top with the mozzarella and allow it to melt.

Mix together the ½ cup mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard.

To build the burger, spread Dijon mayonnaise on both sides of the bun. Top the bottom bun with watercress. Place the chicken burger on top of the watercress. Close the burger and enjoy.