Martha Stewart is known for her amazing cooking and homemaking skills. Recently, I tried her recipe for green-chile chicken burgers, which requires only six ingredients. However, making these burgers was not as simple as I expected.
The Recipe Overview
Ingredients Needed
- Ground chicken
- Cilantro
- Diced green chiles
- Cumin
- Salt
- Pepper
Toppings and Buns
- Beefsteak tomato
- Sesame buns
- Sour cream
- Dijon mustard
- Lettuce
The Preparation Process
- Gather Ingredients: I collected all the necessary ingredients, which were different from my usual burger items.
- Watch the Video: Martha’s website had a helpful video showing how to make the burgers. The chef mentioned that the raw patties are delicate, which made me nervous.
- Mix and Chill:
- I drained the canned chiles, mixed everything, and formed patties.
- I put the raw patties in the fridge to help them firm up.
Issues I Encountered
Problems with the Patties
- After chilling, the patties were wet and crumbly, making them fall apart when I touched them.
- I tried to refrigerate them longer, but they remained mushy.
Grilling Challenges
- When it was time to grill, the patties fell apart even more.
- I oiled them and cooked each side for about five minutes, but two patties completely fell apart.
Preparing the Toppings
Grilling the Veggies and Buns
- I followed the recipe’s timing for grilling tomato slices, but they didn’t caramelize well.
- The sesame buns were supposed to heat for only one minute, which wasn’t enough.
Assembling the Burgers
I assembled the burgers with:
- A dollop of sour cream
- Dijon mustard
- A chicken patty
- A slice of tomato
- A leaf of lettuce on a sesame bun
The burgers looked colorful and impressive.
The Taste Test
- Surprising Flavor: The sour cream was delicious and helped balance the spices. It became my family’s favorite part.
- Unique Patties: However, we felt the chicken patties tasted more like they belonged in a taco rather than a burger.
Final Thoughts
I didn’t enjoy many aspects of this recipe, from the falling-apart patties to the under-heated buns. If I try these burgers again, I would:
- Add eggs and breadcrumbs to help the patties hold together.
- Include sharp cheddar cheese to balance the flavors better.