Stuffed Southwest Turkey Burgers with Pepper Jack & Guacamole
Juicy Stuffed Southwest Turkey Burgers with Pepper Jack & Guacamole are an irresistible twist on traditional burgers. Bursting with flavor from spicy green chiles and creamy guacamole, these burgers are perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend barbecues. With a quick preparation time of just 25 minutes, you can easily whip up a delicious meal that impresses family and friends alike. Each bite delivers a delightful combination of zesty pepper jack cheese and lean turkey, making them both satisfying and guilt-free. Customize your burgers with fresh toppings like avocado mash, salsa, or lettuce for an extra pop of flavor. Get ready to elevate your burger game with this easy and flavorful recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southwest
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound 90% lean ground turkey
- 6 ounces pepper jack cheese, diced
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chiles
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 2 medium avocados (for guacamole)
- toasted burger buns
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium heat (about 500°F).
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, pepper jack cheese, diced chiles, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Form the mixture into four equal patties using a burger press.
- Brush the grill grates with oil and grill the patties for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While grilling, prepare the guacamole by mashing avocados with lemon juice, lime juice, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Serve each burger on toasted buns topped with avocado mash, salsa, and lettuce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed burger (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg