Parmesan Chicken Burgers

Submitted by: maryandkirk0909

http://ellysaysopa.com/2009/03/18/chicken-parmesan-burgers/ (borrowed and now beloved in my house from Nestie MrsWindyCity)

I sub ciabatta rolls for the regular buns.  These are also AMAZING as sliders.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 lb. ground chicken (I used breast meat)
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup plain bread crumbs
• 2 tsp. Italian seasoning
• 1/4 cup chopped flatleaf parsley
• 1 clove garlic, finely minced or pressed
• 1 shallot, finely diced
• salt and pepper
• 1/2 cup pasta sauce
• 4 slices mozzarella or provolone (or 1/2 cup shredded)
  sauteed mushrooms (optional)
• 4 buns (brushed with a little garlic butter, they are even better)

DIRECTIONS:

• Lightly mix together all the ingredients for the burgers. Form into 4 patties. I like to make them about 30-40 minutes ahead of time, to let the flavors meld a little bit.
• Preheat & spray the broiler with a little oil (or use the grill, or a pan). Broil the burgers for about 4 minutes on the first side, then flip and broil for 3 minutes. Top each chicken  burger with 2 Tbsp. pasta sauce and a slice (or about 2T) of cheese. Place back under the broiler for 30-60 seconds, until cheese in melted and burger is cooked through. Top with mushrooms, if desired. Place the buns in the broiler for about 10 seconds, just until toasted.