Blue Cheese & Bacon Stuffed Turkey Burgers Recipe

Name: Blue Cheese & Bacon Stuffed Turkey Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground turkey; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 -3 garlic cloves, grated; 8 slices hickory smoked pepper bacon or 8 slices regular smoked bacon; 2 -4 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese; 4 large hamburger buns, toasted (flour or whole wheat); 4 tablespoons mayonnaise; lettuce; sliced onion; 1 large tomatoes, sliced; fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground turkey
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 -3 garlic cloves, grated
8 slices hickory smoked pepper bacon or 8 slices regular smoked bacon
2 -4 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese
4 large hamburger buns, toasted (flour or whole wheat)
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
lettuce
sliced onion
1 large tomatoes, sliced
fresh ground black pepper

1
Chop bacon strips into 1/2 inch pieces. Cook bacon pieces over medium to medium high heat, until evenly browned. Drain bacon pieces and discard fat. Set bacon aside.
2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine turkey, salt and garlic.
3
Divide turkey into 8 equal pieces and form into thin patties.
4
Layer four of the patties with blue cheese crumbles and bacon. Top with another turkey patty.
5
Press patties together firmly but gently. Be sure to seal the edges of the patties together to avoid burgers falling apart during cooking.
6
Cook burgers on a grill skillet, or grill pan until nicely browned and have reached a minimum internal temperature of 165u00b0F Allow burgers to rest for about 5 minutes.
7
Place burger on a large bun and layer with mayonnaise, arugula, onion, and tomato. Garnish with fresh cracked black pepper.

756

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground turkey, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 2 -3 garlic cloves, grated, 8 slices hickory smoked pepper bacon or 8 slices regular smoked bacon, and more.

Yes, Blue Cheese & Bacon Stuffed Turkey Burgers falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Blue Cheese & Bacon Stuffed Turkey Burgers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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