Chicken Parmesan burgers

1 lb. ground chicken (I used breast meat)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup plain bread crumbs
2 tsp. Italian seasoning
1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
1 clove garlic, finely minced or pressed
1 shallot, finely diced
salt and pepper

1/2 cup pasta sauce
4 slices mozzarella or provolone (or 1/2 cup shredded)
sauteed mushrooms (optional)
4 buns (brushed with a little garlic butter, they are even better)

Lightly mix together all the ingredients for the burgers. Form into 4 patties.

Preheat & spray the broiler with a little oil (or use the grill, or a pan).
Cook the burgers for about 4 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook for 3 minutes.
Top each chicken burger with 2 Tbsp. pasta sauce and a slice (or about 2T) of cheese.
Place back under the broiler for 30-60 seconds, until cheese in melted and burger is cooked through.
Top with mushrooms, if desired. Place the buns in the broiler for about 10 seconds, just until toasted.