Parmesan Chicken Burgers with Basil Mayonnaise

Tired of the same ol' burger? This chicken burger is definitely a twist on the traditional beef burger. The Gouda cheese and Basil Mayonnaise add remarkable flavor.

Parmesan Chicken Burgers with Basil Mayonnaise

Adapted from Bon Appétit | August 2007

For tender burgers, gently combine and shape the chicken mixture.

Yield: Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

Olive oil (for brushing)

Mayo:
1 cup light mayonnaise
1 1/4 cups chopped fresh basil plus 8 large leaves, divided
2 tablespoons chopped drained capers or dill pickle plus 1 1/2 tablespoons brine from jar
2 green onions, finely chopped

Burger:
1 1/4 pounds ground chicken
1/3 cup Italian bread crumbs
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
4 slices Gouda cheese
4 Ciabatta rolls
4 1/3-inch-thick slices from large red or orange heirloom tomato (Also try the marinated roasted tomatoes found at most Grocery store olive bars if heirloom tomatoes are unavailable)
Green leaf lettuce

Preparation:

Brush grill with oil; prepare barbecue (medium heat).

Mix mayonnaise, 1 cup chopped basil, capers, brine, and onions in small bowl. Season basil mayonnaise with salt and pepper.

Mix chicken, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and 1/2 cup basil mayonnaise in large bowl. Using wet hands, shape chicken mixture into four 1/2-inch-thick patties. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Brush bread with oil.

Grill rolls until crisp and golden, about 1 minute. Transfer bread to plates. Grill burgers until firm to touch and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Top with cheese during last minute of grilling.

Spread bread slices thickly with basil mayonnaise. Top each bread slice with tomato, 2 basil leaves, a lettuce leaf, burger, and dollop of basil mayonnaise. Garnish with remaining chopped basil.