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Monday, May 28, 2012

Teriyaki Chicken Burgers

I find it funny that I am constantly trying new recipes, and yet I find myself so stumped about what to make for dinner.  Part of the problem is that I didn't make a meal plan for the week.  Had I taken the time to do that, then I wouldn't have been "scrambling" trying to think of something new to do with the chicken that I laid out.  Mostly it was I just didn't want another meal of BBQ chicken (as good as it is, I just needed a change!)...so some quick flipping through a cookbook and I came up with a solution for tonight's dinner, as well as some tags for future chicken meals :-)  Yay!  And yes, I've now made my meal plan for the rest of the week!  Anyways, tonight we went with Teriyaki Chicken Burgers.  Anyone who knows me is making one of those funny, confused faces right now, just like the one my hubby made when I said what I was making.  I don't like teriyaki.  Never have.  Not really sure why, but I just don't care for it.  BUT, he loves teriyaki, so I did it for him :-)

Here is the recipe: (Source: Company's Coming: Barbeques)

Marinade
1/4 cup soya sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ginger, fresh grated
1 clove garlic, minced

3 Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)

Pineapple (rings or pieces, whichever you prefer)

Hanburger buns, cut, buttered and toasted on the grill
Lettuce
Tomatoes (if desired)
Mayo (if desired)
Cheese (if desired)

Mix soya sauce, brown sugar, ginger and garlic in a bowl.  Using a ziploc bag (or similar) combine chicken and marinade.  Marinate for at least 30 minutes (I had time for ours to marinate for about two hours).

Preheat BBQ.  Cook chicken on grill over medium heat for about 20 minutes, turning as needed.

Prepare your buns as you desire (lettuce, tomato, mayo, cheese, pineapple).

The chicken can also be used as a main course should you wish to go the no-burger route.

VERDICT:
My hubby was in love with these burgers.  He said it was a nice change for burgers and for chicken.  He kept saying how good it was.  That makes me happy!  I am sure he'll be asking to make these again.  I was OK with the burgers, it satisifed my need for something different.  I didn't add the pineapple to mine, which probably helped.  I did add mustard though, that's my favourite condiment.  I know, not really a teriyaki flavour but hey, it was my burger!

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17 comments:

  1. allisamazingMay 28, 2012 at 7:11 AM

    Without my meal plan I am lost - lol. The burgers looks delicious.

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  2. Amy PurdyMay 28, 2012 at 6:41 PM

    I may have to try these, since I am always looking for something a little out of the ordinary to try. I hate falling into a rut with my cooking. I'm a little if-y on whether I will add the pineapple...heck, why not! I'm normally not a fan of pineapple except fresh and by itself; however, the other night my mother-in-law grilled shish kabobs with meat (steak, chicken, shrimp), veggies (onions, peppers, mushrooms) and pineapple. They were delicious! So I am believer in how good pineapple can actually be now! I don't think I will EVER consider it a sane choice for pizza though ;)

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    1. Addicted to RecipesMay 29, 2012 at 9:57 PM

      I am 100% with you on the pineapple on pizza...no thanks! I like it fresh but that is all :-)

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  3. AnonymousMay 28, 2012 at 7:00 PM

    This sounds pretty good! I get tired of BBQ chicken all the time, too. :) And I wish I was more of a meal planner... I always seem to have good intentions for a while and then let it slide. Anyway, this sounds like a good new way to try chicken.

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    1. Addicted to RecipesMay 29, 2012 at 10:02 PM

      Paula, I have been writing my meal plan on the kitchen calendar - in pencil - so that it is there for us, and changeable if needed. Simple but seems to work for all of us :-)

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  4. CzjaiMay 28, 2012 at 7:31 PM

    Mmmm... that cheese... looks divine! :)

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    1. Addicted to RecipesMay 29, 2012 at 10:01 PM

      Cheese, like bacon, makes everything better! I love cheese :-)

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  5. April - My Bizarre FamilyMay 28, 2012 at 9:57 PM

    Well, that's different!! My husband would love these...I probably would love them too, since I love most chicken dishes. Thanks for posting! =)

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    1. Addicted to RecipesMay 29, 2012 at 10:00 PM

      Thanks April! It was different, hubby was happy :-)

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  6. Angie G.May 29, 2012 at 4:59 AM

    That does look like a nice change from the burger! Can't wait to see more recipes. Growing up my mother had recipe books galore. She never really bought anything for herself, but she could never turn down a recipe book. She now has a whole room full of them. I am now following you and found you via 'Flock Together Blog Hop'. If you would like to follow back you can find me at http://thebargaingame.blogspot.com/
    Have a great day!

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    1. Addicted to RecipesMay 29, 2012 at 9:59 PM

      Thanks Angela! I will stop by and see you! I bet I would have a blast at your Mom's place with all her cookbooks!

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  7. momto8May 29, 2012 at 8:43 PM

    what a great twist!! thanks for this recipe.

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  8. prototype mamaMay 30, 2012 at 6:00 AM

    once again another great recipe for me to pin!!!

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  9. missprissdismissedDecember 8, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    Yum theselook soo tasty! Another recipe to book mark!

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