Green Chile Turkey Burgers
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
5
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Calories
4957 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch
Green Chile Turkey Burgers
Description
This recipe blends ground turkey with drained diced green chiles, sliced green onions, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and shredded pepper jack cheese to create flavorful burger patties. The cheese and chiles provide a spicy and creamy contrast to the lean turkey meat, while the cumin and garlic powder add depth and aroma.
The mixture forms into five moist and somewhat wet patties, which are cooked using your preferred method — skillet, grill, or indoor grill — until fully cooked to an internal temperature of 165ºF with a nicely browned exterior. The finished burgers have a balance of spice and richness from the cheese and chiles.
These turkey burgers are served on hamburger buns and can be topped with tomato slices and avocado for added freshness and creaminess, complemented with mayonnaise if desired. They offer a satisfying alternative to traditional burgers with a Southwestern twist.
Using an instant read thermometer is recommended to ensure safety and ideal doneness without drying out the lean meat.
Ingredients
- 19 oz. pkg ground turkey $4.49
- 4 oz. can green chiles $0.69, diced, drained
- 1/2 tsp cumin $0.05, ground
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder $0.02
- 1/4 tsp salt $0.02
- 2-3 green onion $0.13, sliced
- 2 oz pepper jack cheese $0.61, shredded
- 5 Hamburger Bun $2.91
- 1 tomato $0.95, large, optional
- 1 avocado $1.50, large, optional
Instructions
- Place the ground turkey, green chiles (drained), sliced green onions, shredded pepper jack, cumin, garlic powder, and salt in a large bowl. Mix the ingredients until well combined. Divide and shape the mixture into five patties. The mixture will be fairly wet.
- Cook the burgers in a skillet, on a grill, or using an indoor grill like a George Foreman, until they are cooked through (internal temperature of 165ºF) and well browned on the outside. Cooking time will depend on the method, size, and thickness of your patties.
- Serve each patty on a bun with a slice of tomato, a couple slices of avocado, and a smear of mayonnaise.
Notes
- Check internal temperature with an instant read thermometer to confirm burgers reach 165ºF for safe consumption.
- Drain canned green chiles well to avoid excess moisture in the patties, which can make them harder to shape and cook evenly.
- Serve burgers with fresh tomato and avocado slices to complement the spicy, cheesy flavors.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 4957 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving | |
| Calories | 495.7kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 34.8g | 12% |
| Protein | 27.96g | 56% |
| Fat | 28.2g | 43% |
| Sodium | 598.66mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 6.1g | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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