These Smoky Chicken Patty Bowls are one of my favorite easy, weeknight meals. These chicken burgers couldn’t be easier to throw together, and you can make a double batch to have it ready for the week! Pair it with your favorite Magic Elixir and enjoy all week long.

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A Note from Teri on Smoky Chicken Patty Bowls

chicken patty over romain with red onions and white dressing in a a blue bowl

I love recipes that are filling, nutrient-dense, and absolutely delicious. These Smoky Chicken Patty Bowls fit the bill on all counts! Chock full of protein and other good-for-you ingredients, these filling bowls are sure to satisfy your appetite. They are low-carb and perfect for Whole30. The smoked paprika gives these chicken patties a sweet and earthy smokiness that pairs wonderfully with the red pepper and spinach.

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bowl of diced red pepper next to knife spinach half white onion chives and parsley on a wood board

One of the things I love most about these chicken patty bowls is how easy they are to put together. You do a small amount of prep work before cooking them. Once you’re ready to assemble the bowls, you’ll be eating in no time! Plus, you can always make extra to store in a jar and keep ready in the fridge to have a fresh home-cooked meal on nights when you’re strapped for time. Genius!

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Ingredients for the Smoky Chicken Patty Bowls

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  •   Ground chicken: I like to do one pound ground dark meat and half pound ground breast
  •   Spinach
  •   Red pepper (or color of your choice)
  •   Yellow onion
  •  Fresh flat-leaf parsley
  •   Chives
  •   Garlic
  •   Smoked paprika
  •   Kosher salt 
  •   Black pepper
  •   Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  •   Romaine  
  • Red Cabbage
  •   Marinated Red Onions
  •   Avocados 
  •   Pickles
  •   Cherry tomatoes
  •   Microgreens, optional 
  •   Magic Elixir or dressing of choice 

How To Make This Dish

Place the chicken in a large mixing bowl then add the onion, red pepper, spinach, parsley, garlic and combine well. Sprinkle the smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper over the mixture and mix to combine.

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Drizzle the chicken mixture with 2 tablespoons olive oil, mix it in and form six patties, then place them in well-oiled pan on medium heat. Cook for 5 minutes on each side.

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Serve the smoky chicken patties over a bed of romaine and red cabbage and sprinkle the greens with salt. Top with Marinated Red Onions, sliced avocados, pickles, cherry tomatoes, microgreens (if using), and Magic Elixir or dressing of choice. 

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Variations

I love making these smoky patties with chicken for a lighter meal but you can definitely make them with ground turkey or ground pork if you’d prefer.

Another way you can enjoy these smoky chicken patties is by serving them in a lettuce bun and making a light, low-cal burger! You simply cut an iceberg lettuce to one side of its core then plit that half into two, creating your top and bottom buns. Place a patty on one of the “buns” and top with your favorite dressing and toppings.

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whole30 chicken burger in a lettuce bun

You can also turn these patties into a delicious appetizers by shaping the mixture into meatballs instead of patties and serving with a dipping sauce. Delicious for a summer gathering!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make these for meal prep?

Yes! You can either make all the patties at once or store the mixture in an airtight jar and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Are these spicy?

They are not really spicy. The smoked paprika adds a wonderful smokiness and depth of flavor without increasing the heat factor. However, if you like a little bit more of a kick you can add a little cayenne when mixing the spices into the mixture or a splash of hot sauce over the patties when you’re ready to eat.

Are these Whole30?

These delicious bowls are Gluten-Free, Whole30k and Paleo! If you are using sugar-free pickles or omitting them altogether, they are also suited for a Keto diet.

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Smoky Chicken Patty Bowl Recipe

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  • Author: nocrumbsleft
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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Description

These Smoky Chicken Patty Bowls are one of my favorite easy, weeknight meals. They couldn’t be easier to throw together, and you can make a double batch to have it ready for the week! Pair it with your favorite Magic Elixir and enjoy all week long.

Ingredients

  •   1 ½ pounds ground chicken, one pound ground dark meat and half pound ground breast
  •   1 cup spinach chopped coarsely
  •   1 red pepper (or color of your choice), finely chopped
  •   ½ medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  •   ¼ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  •   Handful of finely chopped chives (if desired)
  •   4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  •   1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  •   2 – 3 teaspoons Kosher salt, plus more 
  •   Black pepper as desired
  •   2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more to sauté
  •   Romaine, ribonned
  •   Red cabbage, thinly sliced  
  •   Marinated Red Onions
  •   sliced avocados 
  •   pickles
  •   cherry tomatoes
  •   Microgreens, optional 
  •   Magic Elixir or dressing of choice 

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken in a large mixing bowl then add the onion, red pepper, spinach, parsley, garlic and combine well. Sprinkle the smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper over the mixture and mix to combine.
  2. Drizzle the chicken mixture with 2 tablespoons olive oil, mix it in and form six patties, then place them in well-oiled pan on medium heat. Cook 5 minutes on each side.
  3. Serve the smoky chicken patties over a bed of romaine and red cabbage and sprinkle the greens with salt.  Top with Marinated Red Onions, sliced avocados, pickles, cherry tomatoes, microgreens (if using), and Magic Elixir or dressing of choice.