Green Chile Turkey Burgers
These Green Chile Turkey Burgers can't be beat for a fast, flavorful weeknight dinner. Healthy, ready in about 30 minutes, and full of southwest flavor.
Servings: 5
Ingredients
- 19 oz. pkg ground turkey $4.49
- 4 oz. can diced green chiles, drained $0.69
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin $0.05
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder $0.02
- 1/4 tsp salt $0.02
- 2-3 green onions, sliced $0.13
- 2 oz pepper jack cheese, shredded $0.61
- 5 hamburger buns $2.91
- 1 large tomato (optional) $0.95
- 1 large avocado (optional) $1.50
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.
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Notes
Use an instant read thermometer to make sure your burgers are cooked through.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 495.7kcal | Carbohydrates: 34.8g | Protein: 27.96g | Fat: 28.2g | Sodium: 598.66mg | Fiber: 6.1g