Buffalo Turkey Burgers with Blue Cheese
Elevate your burger game with these mouthwatering Buffalo Turkey Burgers with Blue Cheese, a perfect fusion of bold, tangy flavors and lean protein. Made with juicy ground turkey, a splash of spicy buffalo sauce, and panko breadcrumbs for the ideal texture, these burgers are a lighter alternative to traditional beef patties without skimping on flavor. Topped with creamy blue cheese crumbles and layered with crisp lettuce, red onion, and an optional drizzle of ranch or blue cheese dressing, each bite is a satisfying blend of heat and coolness. These easy-to-make burgers come together in just 30 minutes, making them perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Whether grilled, skillet-seared, or served on toasted buns, they’re sure to be a hit with anyone who loves buffalo wings and burgers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 0.25 cup buffalo sauce
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup blue cheese crumbles
- 4 burger buns
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 0.25 cup sliced red onion
- 0.25 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, buffalo sauce, panko breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until all ingredients are well incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
Divide the turkey mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties about 1/2 inch thick. Make a slight dent in the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up while cooking.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat and add olive oil. Once hot, place the burger patties in the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
During the last minute of cooking, sprinkle blue cheese crumbles onto each patty and cover the pan with a lid to allow the cheese to melt slightly.
Lightly toast the burger buns in a separate skillet or under a broiler, if desired.
Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a cooked turkey patty with melted blue cheese. Add sliced red onion and a drizzle of ranch or blue cheese dressing if using. Top with the other half of the bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Buffalo Turkey Burgers with Blue Cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2080 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.5 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.7 g | 158% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 602 mg | 200% | |
| Sodium | 5628 mg | 245% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.6 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 124.3 g | 249% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 560 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 638 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
