Spicy Turkey Burgers Recipe
Juicy Spicy Turkey Burgers made with chipotle peppers and roasted green chile.Easy grilled turkey burgers packed with smoky flavor.Perfect for weeknight dinners, cookouts, and family meals.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey breast
- 1/4 cup roasted green chile minced
- 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce minced
- 1 very small onion finely minced
- 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Olive oil spray for grill grates
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese optional
- Burger buns
- Green chile aioli optional
- Favorite burger toppings
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, roasted green chile, chipotle peppers, onion, panko bread crumbs, mayonnaise, cumin, and garlic powder.
- Mix gently with your hands until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions and form into burger patties.
- Preheat your grill to 300°F (150°C).
- Lightly spray the grill grates with olive oil to help prevent sticking.
- Place the patties on the grill and cook for approximately 30 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking.
- Cook until the Spicy Turkey Burgers reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- If using cheese, place a slice of sharp cheddar on each burger about 5 minutes before cooking is complete.
- Remove from the grill and allow the burgers to rest for a few minutes.
- Serve on toasted buns with green chile aioli and your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Substitute pepper jack cheese for extra spice.
- Lettuce, tomato, avocado, and red onion make excellent toppings.
- Serve with sweet potato fries, coleslaw, or grilled vegetables.
- The patties can be prepared ahead and refrigerated until ready to grill.