The Zinger Burger Makeover

The Zinger Burger Makeover

At Zing Wellbeing we are passionate about healthy food and living a healthy life and we want to empower you to learn how the food we eat can be medicine and make us feel good and be in our best health.

Take away food is everywhere! It is cheap and convenient - but today we wanted to present to you the Zinger Burger makeover! (let me know what other takeaway makeovers you want to see!)

And we have HEAPS of recipes (for menopause, vegetarians, standard meal plans and to come with PCOS, Diabetes, Dairy Free) in our meal plans and program

Healthy Zinger Burger Makeover

Ingredients:
For the Chicken Patty:
  • 1 large chicken breast (remove skin and trim fat)
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 egg white
For the Burger:
  • 2 whole wheat burger buns (use 1 bun, cut in half)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach or lettuce
  • 2 slices tomato
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup pickles, sliced
  • 1 tbsp light mayonnaise or Greek yogurt mixed with a dash of lemon juice
  • 1/4 avocado, mashed (optional)
Instructions:
Prepare the Chicken Patty:
  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Slice the chicken breast in half horizontally to make two thinner pieces.
  • In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with the spices (paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt).
  • Dip the chicken breasts into the yogurt mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
  • Dredge the coated chicken in the whole wheat breadcrumbs.
  • Place the chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crispy.
Assemble the Burger:
  • Toast the whole wheat buns lightly.
  • Spread a tablespoon of the light mayonnaise or Greek yogurt mixture on the bottom bun.
  • Place the fresh spinach or lettuce on top.
  • Add the cooked chicken patty.
  • Layer with tomato slices, red onion, and pickles.
  • Spread the mashed avocado on the top bun (optional).
  • Place the top bun on the burger and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Protein: 32.2g
  • Carbohydrates: 42.2g
  • Fat: 7g
Original KFC Zinger Burger (per serving):
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Protein: 21g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fat: 22g

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