Sometimes the best meals come from just blending what’s on hand. I tossed chicken breast, spinach, feta, onion, and a few seasonings into the blender — and what came out were tender, flavorful little patties that taste far more indulgent than they are.
They’re protein-packed, moist from the spinach, and that feta gives just the right amount of salt and richness. It’s a quick, affordable meal that fits easily into a bariatric plan or any high-protein lifestyle.
🌿 Chicken Feta Spinach Burgers
Yields: 5 patties (about 2.5 oz each cooked)
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
Total Time: 20–25 minutes
🧂 Ingredients
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~15 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast (made 5 raw patties at 3 oz each)
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½ cup crumbled feta cheese
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¼ cup minced onion
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¼ cup finely minced spinach (fresh or squeezed frozen)
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½ tsp chicken bouillon powder
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¼ tsp garlic powder or 1 small clove minced
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Nonstick spray
👩🍳 Directions
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Blend – Cut chicken into chunks and place in a blender or food processor. Add feta, onion, spinach, bouillon, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pulse until thick and well combined.
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Form patties – Divide into 5 equal portions (about 3 oz each). Shape gently into small burgers.
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Air fry – Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the basket. Cook patties for 10 minutes total, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
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Rest & serve – Let cool slightly before serving. Patties will reduce to about 2.5 oz each cooked.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
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Pair with 1 oz cottage cheese and thin cucumber slices for a cool, protein-balanced plate.
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Add a spoon of Greek yogurt or tzatziki for a creamy topping.
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Serve over cauliflower rice, inside a low-carb wrap, or with roasted veggies.
🗒️ Note
If you’ve never made your own ground chicken — you should! It’s incredibly easy. All I did was cut boneless, skinless chicken breast into chunks and toss it in the food processor (a blender works too). In seconds, you’ve got fresh, clean ground chicken with no fillers or mystery ingredients — just pure protein ready to season and cook your way.
💪 Estimated Nutrition (per 2.5 oz cooked patty)
💭 Final Thoughts
What I love most about this recipe is how simple it is — just real food, blended together into something that feels special. These burgers are proof that eating small doesn’t mean eating plain. They’re easy to prep, freeze beautifully, and can be dressed up a dozen different ways.
Whether you’re on a bariatric journey or just trying to eat cleaner, this one’s worth saving. Simple, flavorful, and nourishing — everything a good meal should be.
Always and most importantly — thank you to my family and friends for all the love and support that has carried me this far. I will be back for me in the days ahead. This is just the beginning. 💛
Let’s Connect
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Till we meet again
love and find joy in your day
Louise
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