Grilled Chicken Burger with Tangy Pickled Slaw

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-12 · Updated 2026-05-12

Juicy grilled chicken patties topped with a crisp, tangy pickled cabbage slaw and creamy aioli, served on toasted buns for a satisfying meal. This american-inspired sandwiches & wraps ready in about 30 minutes pairs ground chicken, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground chicken
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cups shredded green cabbage
• 1 cup shredded red cabbage
• 1 medium, shredded carrot
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 4 burger buns
• 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 lb ground chicken with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika. Mix gently to combine and form into 4 equal patties about 3/4-inch thick.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken patties for 5-6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the exterior is golden.
3. Step 3: While chicken cooks, in a separate bowl whisk 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar with 1 tbsp sugar until dissolved. Add 2 cups shredded green cabbage, 1 cup shredded red cabbage, and 1 shredded medium carrot. Toss to coat and let sit for 10 minutes to lightly pickle.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, mix 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder until smooth to make the aioli.
5. Step 5: Butter 4 burger buns with 2 tbsp butter and toast them in a skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes until golden.
6. Step 6: Assemble burgers by spreading the aioli on the bottom buns, topping each with a grilled chicken patty, then a generous scoop of the pickled slaw, and finally the top bun. Serve immediately.