Sw Style Turkey Burgers Oamc
Elevate your burger night with these Southwest-Style Turkey Burgers, a bold and flavorful twist on a classic! Infused with the zesty heat of diced green chilies, the freshness of chopped cilantro, and a perfect spice blend of cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika, these juicy patties are a true crowd-pleaser. Made with lean ground turkey, red onion, and panko breadcrumbs, they’re light yet satisfying, and the recipe is perfect for OAMC (Once-A-Month Cooking) enthusiasts—just freeze the uncooked patties for a quick, hassle-free meal down the line. Whether grilled or cooked in a skillet, these burgers are ideal for layering with creamy avocado, crisp lettuce, and a smoky chipotle mayo. Ready in under 35 minutes, they’re a healthy, meal-prep-friendly dinner option that’s bursting with Southwest flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Ground turkey
- 4 oz Green chilies, diced (canned)
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tbsp Olive oil (for cooking, optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, diced green chilies, chopped cilantro, red onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Add the panko breadcrumbs and the egg to the mixture. Use your hands or a large spoon to gently mix everything together until evenly combined. Be careful not to over-mix, as it can lead to tougher burgers.
Divide the mixture into six equal portions and shape each portion into a burger patty about 3/4 inch thick. If you're freezing them for OAMC, place each patty on a piece of wax paper and stack them in a freezer-safe container, separating layers with additional wax paper. Freeze for up to 3 months.
If cooking immediately, heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Add olive oil (if desired) to prevent sticking. Once hot, cook the patties for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Serve the turkey burgers on buns with your favorite toppings, such as avocado slices, lettuce, tomato, or a dollop of chipotle mayo.
For frozen patties, thaw in the refrigerator overnight before cooking as directed above.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.8 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.1 g | 120% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 644 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 3673 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 177.1 g | 354% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 285 mg | 6% | |
*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.
