Description

Experience the bold and zesty flavors of Jalapeño Turkey Burgers, a delicious twist on traditional turkey patties. These juicy, spicy burgers are perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners, offering a satisfying meal that’s both healthy and full of flavor. With the rich taste of jalapeños and cheddar cheese, each bite is an explosion of savory goodness. Quick and easy to prepare, you can customize them with your favorite toppings for a unique dining experience that will impress family and friends alike. Dive into this recipe for a delightful burger night!

Ingredients

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1 pound ground turkey thigh meat
2 jalapeños (finely chopped)
½ cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
4 slices streaky bacon
4 brioche burger buns
4 tablespoons chipotle mayo
1 large avocado (smashed)
1 teaspoon jalapeno hot sauce (optional)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 jalapeño (sliced)
1 cup pink pickled onions
Lettuce
Tomato slices
Sliced onion
Pickled jalapeños
Sriracha sauce
Hot pepper relish
Pineapple slices
Coleslaw

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Instructions

Prepare ingredients: Finely chop jalapeños.
Mix the patty mixture in a bowl with ground turkey, jalapeños, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and optional hot sauce until just combined.
Shape the mixture into four patties with slight indentations in the center.
Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy; set aside.
Grill or pan-fry patties over medium heat for about 5 minutes per side, adding cheese on top during the last minute.
Assemble burgers on brioche buns with chipotle mayo, smashed avocado, bacon, sliced jalapeños, and pickled onions.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Grilling/Pan-Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 burger (approx. 200g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 90mg