These grilled Hawaiian Chicken Burgers are super quick to make, packed with flavor, spice and they’re Whole30 compliant! Serve in butter lettuce wraps topped with plenty of chipotle ranch for an easy weeknight dinner. Perfect for grilling season or anytime!
Did you know that I eat burgers WAY more than I post them?
I’m thinking of changing that ASAP – because burgers, generally speaking, are one of life’s little pleasures that no one (but especially Paleo peeps!) should live without!
When I think of burgers, I’m thinking outside the bun (of course) to flavor and toppings. I want the entire plate to be exploding with flavor, whether we’re talking about a good ‘ol bacon burger with sweet potato fries, or something a bit different, like these hawaiian chicken burgers!
I actually make chicken burgers quite a bit, FAR more than I make turkey burgers, for one thing. Chicken over turkey when it comes to burgers, always.
Maybe it’s the higher fat content (I never go for a really lean chicken) or how the meat blends with the seasonings. Whatever it is, chicken burgers are sometimes even my #1 ground meat for burgers for how versatile and flavorful they are without being too heavy.
For these, I decided to go for a spicy, but not TOO spicy (since I’m a wimp), juicy chicken patty topped with my chipotle ranch sauce (heaven) and sweet grilled pineapples, for the perfect savory/sweet blend.
Maybe even better than how they actually taste, are how fast and easy these burgers are to make! That’s one of the best things about any burger, I guess you could say!
Simply mix the chicken with the seasonings, preheat the grill (or grill pan if you’re cooking indoors) and cook.
The pineapples can grill right alongside the burgers if you have space, and need just a minute or two to get all nice and golden brown.
The chipotle ranch sauce is a one that I use constantly in my own meals. I really can’t go a week without making this dip/sauce!
It’s super easy to stir together if you already have homemade mayo (or paleo store bought mayo) around, so you can prepare it while the burgers grill, before, or after.
Whatever you do – don’t skip it! It takes these hawaiian chicken burgers to the next level of flavor and makes them oh so satisfying and filling.
I hope you’re up or grilling and letting a new favorite burger into your life – let’s get started!
Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Burgers {Paleo, Whole30}
Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Burgers {Paleo, Whole30}
These grilled Hawaiian Chicken Burgers are super quick to make, packed with flavor, spice and they're Whole30 compliant! Serve in butter lettuce wraps topped with plenty of chipotle ranch for an easy weeknight dinner. Perfect for grilling season or anytime!
Ingredients
- Coconut oil or olive oil for brushing grill/skillet
- 1 lb ground chicken not too lean
- 1 1/2 Tbsp coconut aminos
- 1/4-1/2 tsp fine grain sea salt less if you’re sensitive to saltiness
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 3/4 tsp chili powder I used ancho chili powder, you can use any
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 4 pineapple slices about 1/2” thick (you can use canned, in juice only, as an alternative to fresh)
- 1/2 cup chipotle ranch sauce see below
- Butter lettuce for serving
- Cilantro or green onion for serving
Chipotle Ranch Sauce:
- 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp Paleo mayo - either homemade* or purchased**
- 1/2 tsp chipotle chili powder
- 1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried chives
- Optional salt to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the chipotle ranch sauce prior to starting- Mix all ingredients in a small bowl until well blended and refrigerate until ready to use.
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Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium high heat and brush with coconut or olive oil.
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In a large bowl, mix ground chicken with coconut aminos, salt, paprika, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder. Since the meat mixture will be somewhat sticky, wet your hands with water, then form into patties.
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Grill about 3 minutes on each side, until juices run clear. The first side should be nicely charred before flipping.
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If you have room, you can grill the pineapple slices alongside the chicken burgers for the last 2 mins of cooking time, flipping after the first side has deep golden brown grill marks.
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To serve, place burgers over butter lettuce, then top with chipotle ranch sauce and a grilled pineapple slice. Garnish with thinly sliced green onion or cilantro for garnish. Enjoy!
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These burgers and the sauce were amazing! This recipe will definitely be a regular menu item in our house!
Does the nutrition information include the chipotle ranch sauce?
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This is perfect. The burger is great (made with turkey instead of chicken), and the mayo is absolutely fantastic. I’m saving some to use on my avocado toast. Your recipes are seriously making the quarantine more bearable!
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I don’t usually comment on recipes, but I made this yesterday, and I had to say…they’re amazing! So simple and so flavorful. Thank you!
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Thanks for the recipe I will definitely try it
It has pineapple on it and it tastes delicious!!
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