Skillet Parmesan-Herb Chicken Burgers with Avocado

Steps

1. Prepare the toppings first: slice the tomato and the red onion and set them aside.
2. In a small bowl, mash the avocado with the lemon juice until mostly smooth; set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, onion powder, salt and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
4. With damp hands, shape the chicken mixture into 4 patties about 3/4 inch thick, pressing a slight dimple into the center of each.
5. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Toast the whole-wheat bread slices in the dry skillet for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden, then set them aside.
6. Add the olive oil to the same skillet and heat over medium. Cook the patties for 5 to 6 minutes per side, until browned and the centers reach 165°F (74°C).
7. Spread the mashed avocado over 4 slices of toasted bread. Top each with a chicken patty, the tomato slices and the red onion, then close with the remaining 4 slices of bread and serve.