Green Chile Turkey Burgers
These Green Chile Turkey Burgers deliver 28g protein and 173 calories per serving, the leanest protein-per-calorie option for aggressive cutting phases. Five servings batch-cook on the stovetop in minutes, making them ideal for quick, portable meals between training and work. Stack these to hit 140g+ daily protein while staying in a significant calorie deficit.
Ingredients
- •Ground Turkey, 99% Lean(539g)
- •Green Chiles, Canned, Diced(113g)
- •Cumin, Ground(3g)
- •Garlic powder(1g)
- •1/4 tsp salt ($0.02)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
- •Cheese, Pepper Jack(57g)
- •Bread, Hamburger Bun, White
- •Tomato
- •Avocado
Instructions
- 1Place the ground turkey, green chiles (drained), sliced green onions, shredded pepper jack, cumin, garlic powder, and salt in a large bowl. Mix the ingredients until well combined. Divide and shape the mixture into five patties. The mixture will be fairly wet.
- 2Cook the burgers in a skillet, on a grill, or using an indoor grill like a George Foreman, until they are cooked through (internal temperature of 165ºF) and well browned on the outside. Cooking time will depend on the method, size, and thickness of your patties.
- 3Serve each patty on a bun with a slice of tomato, a couple slices of avocado, and a smear of mayonnaise.
Nutrition — Per Serving
173
calories
28g
protein
6g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
- Saturated fat
- 2.7g
- Sodium
- 221 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.5g
5 servings per batch · ~143g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Green Chile Turkey Burgers have per serving?
Each serving delivers 28g of protein and 173 calories with only 6g fat and 2g carbs. This is one of the leanest protein options in the PrepForge library on a per-calorie basis.
How long does Green Chile Turkey Burgers take to prep?
Quick prep designation with 5 servings per batch means you can prepare your entire week of lunch burgers in one stovetop session with minimal active time.
Is Green Chile Turkey Burgers good for fat loss?
At 173 calories and 28g protein per serving, these burgers are a high-volume, low-calorie tool for aggressive fat loss phases. The combination of lean protein and minimal carbs and fat allows you to eat substantial portions while maintaining a deficit.
