Char-Grilled Turkey Burgers with Green Chiles
Char-Grilled Turkey Burgers with Green Chiles deliver a gently smoky bite with roasted chile warmth, bright cilantro, and a hint of cumin and oregano. Monterey Jack melts over the patties for a creamy finish that balances the mild heat from jalapeño. Ideal for casual weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts when you want something lighter yet richly flavored.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the turkey, onion, chilies, cilantro, garlic, jalapeno pepper, cumin, oregano, cinnamon, salt, and pepper; gently mix until just combined. Shape the mixture into four 1/4-pound burgers.
- 3
Grill on the preheated grill until cooked through, about 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 4
Remove from the heat, place Monterey Jack cheese slices on top, and tent with aluminum foil until the cheese melts, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Calories 349.57 kcal Moderate
- Protein 29.82 g Good Source
- Carbs 9.04 g Moderate
- Total Fat 20.54 g High
- Saturated Fat 8.07 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 136.05 mg High
- Sodium 1058.11 mg High
- Fiber 0.62 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.83 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 375.71 mg Good Source
- Iron 4.22 mg Good Source
- Potassium 94.2 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 43.95 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 26.68 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.29 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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