These Spicy Chipotle Turkey Burgers are a perfect combination of spicy and smoky flavors, packed with lean ground turkey and chipotle peppers. This juicy and flavorful burger is lightly spiced with garlic, cumin, and paprika, making it a healthy and satisfying meal option. Serve it on a toasted bun, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, and spicy mayonnaise for an extra kick. It's a quick and easy recipe that will surely impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 hamburger buns
- Lettuce, tomato, and onion for topping
- Spicy mayonnaise for serving
Directions
- In a bowl, combine the ground turkey, minced chipotle peppers, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Shape the turkey mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- Place the turkey patties on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- While the burgers are cooking, toast the hamburger buns on the grill until lightly golden.
- Remove the cooked turkey burgers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Assemble the burgers by placing each patty on a bun. Top with lettuce, tomato, onion, and a dollop of spicy mayonnaise.
- Serve the Spicy Chipotle Turkey Burgers immediately.
- Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Ground turkey is a lean source of protein, making it a healthy alternative to beef burgers.
Chipotle peppers add a smoky and spicy flavor to the burger.
Grilling the burgers gives them a delicious charred and smoky taste.