Ingredients
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 small onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced3/4 cup marinara sauce, divided 1/2 cup finely chopped or shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground chicken4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese4 hamburger buns, split and toasted1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheeseFresh basil leaves, optional
Preparation
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, about 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from heat; cool slightly.
In a large bowl, combine 1/4 cup marinara sauce with chopped mozzarella cheese, bread crumbs, seasonings and onion mixture. Add chicken; mix lightly but thoroughly. With wet hands, shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties.
In the same skillet, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Cook burgers until a thermometer reads 165°, 4-5 minutes on each side. Top with sliced mozzarella cheese; cook, covered, until cheese is melted, 1-2 minutes.
Serve in buns; top with remaining 1/2 cup marinara sauce, Parmesan cheese and, if desired, basil leaves.
