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!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

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)

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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).

Step 5

Serve the turkey burgers on buns with your favorite toppings, such as avocado slices, lettuce, tomato, or a dollop of chipotle mayo.

Step 6

For frozen patties, thaw in the refrigerator overnight before cooking as directed above.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1148.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1680.5

Total Fat 93.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 643.9mg	0%
Sodium 3673.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g	0%
Total Sugars 4.9g
Protein 177.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 65.8mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 285.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.4%

Protein: 42.3%

Carbs: 7.3%