Serves: 4 People
Total Time: 45 Minutes Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ingredients:
Italian Chicken Burger:
- 4 Rolls (your favorite type)
- 1 Pound of ground chicken
- 4 Ounces sun-dried tomatoes, minced
- 1 Bunch basil, minced
- 1 Shallot, minced
- 8 Ounces of prosciutto, chopped
- 4 Slices of provolone cheese
- 8 Ounces arugula
- Olive Oil, as needed
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Parmesan Fries:
- ¼ Cup grated parmesan
- 2 Tablespoons of dried oregano
- 8 Russet potatoes, cut into ½” sticks
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- Canola or fry oil, as needed
Method of Preparation:
Italian Chicken Burger:
- Combine the ground chicken, sun-dried tomato, basil, shallot, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl and mix thoroughly with your hands.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball shape.
- Form each ball shape into a patty and press the center lightly with your thumb to create a small well. (This helps the patty keep the shape and not plump when cooked)
- Place the patties on a grill, well side up and cook approximately 5 minutes on each side and until the internal temperature is 165ᵒF.
- While the burgers are cooking, put the prosciutto and olive oil in a sauté pan until the prosciutto is browned. Turn off the heat and add provolone slices on top of the prosciutto and cover the pan until the cheese is melted.
- Place the arugula in a bowl and add olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste. Toss gently and set aside.
- Brush the top and bottom buns with olive oil and grill them cut side down to quickly toast up
Parmesan Fries:
- In a large pot with an appropriate thermometer or a tabletop fryer, heat your oil to 275ᵒF and add the potatoes. Cook the potatoes until they just begin to brown. Drain on a paper towel and refrigerate or freeze in a gallon freezer bag if you plan to use another day.
- While the potatoes are cooling heat your oil to 375ᵒF and fry a second time until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Toss with oregano, salt, pepper, and parmesan and serve immediately. Do not cover.
TO SERVE:
- Place the bottom bun down on the plate and then place the following items in ascending order: chicken burger; prosciutto and cheese; dressed arugula and top bun.
- Serve the fries next to the burger or on the side and enjoy!
