Description
Discover a flavor-packed alternative to traditional turkey burgers with these Jalapeño Cheddar Turkey Burgers. Bursting with the zesty heat of fresh jalapeños and the creamy richness of cheddar cheese, this recipe transforms lean ground turkey into a juicy, satisfying meal. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners, these burgers are easy to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends. Customize them with your favorite toppings for an extra layer of flavor. Enjoy a hearty, delicious burger that doesn’t compromise on taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds ground turkey
- 2 fresh jalapeños, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 6 burger buns
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, diced jalapeños, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Shape the mixture into six patties about ¾ inch thick, making an indentation in the center of each.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it.
- Cook the patties for about 6 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Serve on burger buns with desired toppings like lettuce, tomato, or avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg