Name: Jalapeño Popper Turkey Burgers
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 large egg; 4 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature; 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese; 1/3 cup finely chopped onion; 2 garlic cloves, finely minced; 2 tbsp chopped cilantro; 1 jalapeño pepper, finely diced; 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper; 2 lb 93% lean ground turkey; optional: 6 slices pepper jack cheese; for serving: hamburger buns, sliced jalapeño, spicy mayo, guacamole, tomato, lettuce, etc.

Jalapeño Popper Turkey Burgers

These juicy jalapeño popper turkey burgers are packed with bold flavor from smoked paprika, cumin, garlic, cilantro, and jalapeño, with cream cheese and pepper jack mixed right into the patty for that melty, creamy popper experience. Chilling the patties before cooking helps them stay extra plump, flavorful, and moist on the grill or stovetop.

Prep40 min Cook10 min Total50 min Makes6 servings Cal/serv370

Steps

Whisk all of the first 12 ingredients together in a large bowl, making sure the cream cheese is well distributed with no large lumps. Add the ground turkey and use your hands, a silicone spatula, or wooden spoon to gently mix until combined. Form into 6 plump, compact patties, about 1/2 cup each. Press a slight indentation into the center of each patty to help them cook evenly.
Place the patties onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, baking pan, or plate. Cover tightly, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 24 hours. Chilling helps the patties hold their shape and gives the flavors time to meld. (You can also freeze the patties for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before cooking.)
Grease the grill grates well with vegetable oil. Preheat grill to high. Place the cold turkey burgers on the hot grill. Grill for 5 minutes with the lid closed. Flip and grill for 3 more minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer registers 165°F (74°C). Overcooking the turkey burgers will quickly dry them out, so keep a close eye on them. If adding cheese, place on the burger for the last 30 seconds.
Serve on hamburger buns with desired toppings.
Store leftover turkey burgers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Chef's notes

Our version: added 4 oz softened cream cheese directly into the patty mixture for a jalapeño popper effect, and updated the title to match. Make sure the cream cheese is fully at room temperature so it blends smoothly without leaving cold lumps in the mix.

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Jalapeño Popper Turkey Burgers

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