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Chipotle Turkey Burgers with Avocado Cream


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

These delicious chipotle turkey burgers are packed with flavor and topped with a creamy avocado spread.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb 99% fat-free ground turkey breast
  • 1 shallot (minced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (chopped)
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese
  • 4 gluten-free or regular buns
  • 1/2 avocado
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • juice of 1/2 lime
  • Toppings: red onion, tomato, lettuce

Instructions

  1. Add turkey to a large bowl then add shallot, garlic, chipotle peppers, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined then form into 4 patties.
  2. Preheat grill over medium-high heat then spray the tops of the burgers with nonstick spray and place on the hot grates.
  3. Grill for 3-4 minutes then spray the tops with nonstick spray and flip.
  4. Grill for one more minute then top with cheese slices, close the grill lid, and then grill until cheese is melted and burgers are cooked through.
  5. Mash avocado in a small bowl then add sour cream, lime juice, and salt. Mix until smooth then slather onto buns and top with burgers and toppings.

Notes

  • Adjust spice level by adding more or fewer chipotle peppers.
  • For a low-carb option, serve without a bun.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burger
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg