Open-Faced Chicken Avocado Burgers for Two Recipe

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“A creamy avocado spread and thick slices of fresh mozzarella and tomato dress up these chicken patties. They’re wonderful with buttered boiled potatoes or a salad.” —Lisa Hundley, Aberdeen, North Carolina

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Open-Faced Chicken Avocado Burgers for Two Recipe

Prep: 30 min. Cook: 15 min.

Yield: 2 Servings

30 15 45

Ingredients

1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 medium ripe California Avocado, peeled
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 green onions, coarsely chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
BURGERS:
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon prepared pesto
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
8 ounces ground chicken
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/4 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 2 slices
2 slices Italian bread (3/4 inch thick)
1 cup fresh arugula or baby spinach
4 slices tomato
1/8 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

In a blender, combine the first eight ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Chill until serving. For burgers, in a small bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, pesto, garlic and salt. Crumble chicken over mixture and mix well. Shape into two patties.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook burgers in 1 tablespoon oil for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear. Top with cheese; cover and cook 1 minute longer.
Meanwhile, brush bread with remaining oil; place on a baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes on each side or until toasted.
Spread each slice of toast with 2 tablespoons avocado spread (refrigerate remaining spread for another use). Top with arugula, a burger and sliced tomato. Sprinkle with basil and pepper. Yield: 2 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 burger equals 724 calories, 55 g fat (17 g saturated fat), 136 mg cholesterol, 849 mg sodium, 22 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 35 g protein.

Originally published as Open-Faced Chicken Avocado Burgers for Two in Taste of Home June/July 2010