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
- 1Drain the canned green chiles and slice the green onions. Shred the pepper jack cheese and have all ingredients ready near your cooking station.
- 2Combine the ground turkey, drained green chiles, sliced green onions, shredded pepper jack, cumin, garlic powder, and salt in a large bowl. Mix with your hands until just combined—do not overmix.
- 3Divide the mixture into 5 equal portions and shape each into a patty approximately ¾ inch thick. The mixture will be wet; this is normal.
- 4Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Working in batches if needed to avoid crowding, cook the patties for 5–6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the exterior is well browned.
- 5Toast the hamburger buns in the same skillet over medium heat for 1–2 minutes per side until lightly golden, or set aside untoasted.
- 6Slice the tomato and avocado while the burgers finish cooking.
- 7Assemble each burger on a bun with one patty, 1–2 tomato slices, 2–3 avocado slices, and your choice of condiment (mayo or other preferred topping).
- 8Divide the assembled burgers evenly into 5 airtight containers while warm, keeping tomato and avocado layered to prevent sogginess. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze patties (unassembled) for up to 1 month.
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.
