How to Make Grilled Green Chile Turkey Burgers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a healthy and flavorful twist on the classic burger? Grilled Green Chile Turkey Burgers are a delicious and satisfying option that will have your taste buds jumping for joy. These burgers are packed full of spicy green chiles, juicy ground turkey, and zesty spices, making them a perfect choice for a summertime cookout or a quick weeknight meal.

Ground turkey is a lean and versatile protein that pairs perfectly with the smoky, spicy flavors of green chiles. These chiles add...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • ¼ cup minced sweet onion
  • 1 (4 ounce) can mild chopped green chilies
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 large clove garlic, minced
  • 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 slices Monterey Jack cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 burgers

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Combine turkey, onion, chilies, cilantro, garlic, jalapeno pepper, cumin, oregano, cinnamon, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; gently mix until combined. Form into four 1/4-pound burgers.
  • Cook on the preheated grill until cooked through, about 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the burgers should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Remove from the heat, add Monterey Jack cheese slices, and tent with aluminum foil until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    289 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 109mg
    • Sodium: 586mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 22mg
    • Calcium: 249mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 345mg