Chili Cilantro Lime Turkey Burgers with Creamy Guacamole and Pepper Jack Cheese

Ingredients

  • Burger:
  • 1 lb ground chicken - I used ground turkey
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper - I used about 1/2, and make sure to chop them up teeny
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped cilantro - hehe. more like 4 T
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 lime, cut in half
  • 4 slices pepper jack cheese
  • 4 buns, toasted
  • Guacamole:
  • 1 avocado
  • garlic powder
  • salt & pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Combine chicken, green onions, bell pepper, cilantro, garlic, salt, red pepper flakes and juice of half a lime in a large bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined, then form into 4 patties and spray each side generously with non-stick spray.

Heat a large grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill burgers for 3-4 minutes a side, or until cooked all the way through. Place a slice of cheese on top of each burger, then cover with a large pot lid, and allow to melt for about a minute. Remove burgers to a plate, tent with foil, and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Place each burger on a toasted thin bun, then top with guacamole.

For the guacamole: Mash all ingredients together with a potato masher or fork.