Knife-and-Fork Chili Turkey Burgers Recipe

Name: Knife-and-Fork Chili Turkey Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds ground turkey; 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar; 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper; 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion; 1 tablespoon Quick and Easy Sugar-Free Ketchup, recipe follows; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; Pinch cayenne pepper; 1 large egg, beaten; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 10 tablespoons mayonnaise; 10 red leaf lettuce leaves; 10 tomato slices; 10 onion slices; 10 pickle spears

Servings: persons

2 1/2 pounds ground turkey
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar
1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon Quick and Easy Sugar-Free Ketchup, recipe follows
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Pinch cayenne pepper
1 large egg, beaten
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
10 tablespoons mayonnaise
10 red leaf lettuce leaves
10 tomato slices
10 onion slices
10 pickle spears

1
Make the Burgers: Mix all the ingredients together with your hands, except the oil, in a bowl.
2
Divide the meat mixture into 10 equal-sized patties.
3
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Working in batches, cook the burgers, turning once, until lightly browned and cooked through, about 7 minutes per side.
5
(A instant-read thermometer inserted in the center of the thickest burger should read at least 165 degrees F.)
6
Divide the burgers among plates--2 to a plate.
7
Dollop each serving with mayonnaise and stack lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle on top.
8
8 ounces no-sugar-added tomato sauce
9
6 ounces no-sugar-added tomato paste
10
2 tablespoons white vinegar
11
1/4 cup sugar substitute (recommended: Splenda)
12
Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl.
13
Refrigerate until ready to serve.
14
Nutritional Analysis per serving of ketchup:
15
Calories: 10
16
Total Fat: 0
17
Saturated Fat: 0
18
Carbohydrates: 2
19
Fiber: 0.5

1154

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 pounds ground turkey, 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar, 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, and more.

Yes, Knife-and-Fork Chili Turkey Burgers falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Knife-and-Fork Chili Turkey Burgers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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