Cream Cheese Stuffed Turkey Burger Recipes

CREAM CHEESE STUFFED BURGERS

Steps:

• Combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese and bacon bits in a small bowl.
• Season your ground beef the way you like (I used salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder) and mix well.
• Shape the beef into patties. I made 8 patties which will make 4 HUGE burgers. If you want to make more burgers that are smaller, make more patties.
• Take one patty and put a spoonful of the cheese filling into the middle. Take another patty and put it on top of the filling, sealing the patties together.
• Preheat your grill on medium high. Grill burgers for 5-10 minutes on each side or until the meat is done to your liking.

CREAM-CHEESE-STUFFED SPINACH TURKEY BURGERS

Steps:

• Heat a large saucepan over medium and cook spinach until completely wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
• Allow to cool, then squeeze out all the water using paper towels. (Make sure you get as much out as possible).
• Chop into small chunks.
• In a large bowl combine turkey, spinach, onion, garlic, spices and salt and mix well until uniform.
• Divide the mixture into 10 parts.
• Line a 1-cup measuring cup with plastic wrap, add a portion of the burger mix and press down to pack. Lift out of cup with lining edge, and transfer to clean work surface.ORUse slightly wet hands and and shape into ½" thick patties.
• Divide cream cheese into 5 parts, place each on a patty and flatten down.
• Cover each cheese-topped patty with an empty one and press town to shape.
• Place on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.OROn a greased non-stick skillet on medium low for about 7-8 minutes each side (about 15 minutes total).OROn a greased grill gate over medium for about 10-12 minutes.Internal temperature of meat should be about 165°F when cooked.
• Assemble burgers placing spinach, patty and toppings. Enjoy!

CREAM CHEESE STUFFED TURKEY BURGER

Steps:

• Preheat grill to medium or oven to broil on high.
• Melt butter over medium heat in a saucepan. Add diced jalapeño and cook for a minute.
• In a small bowl combine combine cream cheese, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and garlic salt. Set aside.
• In a large bowl, mix ground turkey with garlic salt, minced onion, and Worcestershire sauce.
• Lightly spray a foil lined pan with oil. Divide meat into 8 equal portions and flatten portions into 4-inch round patties, pressing lightly against the pan to flatten.
• Divide filling into 4 equal portions. Place filling on 4 of the patties and spread to within a ½ inch of the edge.
• Cover with remaining 4 patties and pinch the edges closed.
• Grill patties over medium heat for 6-7 minutes on each side or until completely cooked. Or broil by placing burgers on a foil lined pan approximately 6″ from the broiler, 5-6 minutes on each side or until completely cooked. Turkey should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
• Serve on buns with optional avocado, bacon, lettuce and tomato.

CHEESE-STUFFED TURKEY BURGERS

Steps:

• Heat coals or gas grill. Mix turkey, chilies, cheese, pepper and 1 1/2 cups salsa. Shape mixture into 12 patties, each about 3/4 inch thick.
• Cover and grill patties 4 to 6 inches from medium heat 12 to 15 minutes or until no longer pink in center. Serve on buns with tomato slices and additional salsa.

LOW FAT TURKEY BURGER STUFFED WITH CREAM CHEESE

Steps:

• 1. Combine the ingredients for the filling (minus the tomato slice), and set aside.
• 2. Combine the ingredients for the dressing, and set aside.
• 3. Place 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a sauté pan over medium heat.
• 4. Add the scallions, and mushrooms, and then sauté until soft, about 4 to 6 minutes. Do not let them burn.
• 5. Remove pan from heat and allow to completely cool.
• 6. Combine all the ingredients for the burger into a small bowl.
• 7. Chef's Note: If you want to add a bit of salt, wait until you are ready to cook it and sprinkle the salt on the outside before placing into the pan.
• 8. Chef's Note: When adding the scallion/mushroom mixture, include the olive oil from the pan.
• 9. Very gently mix the ingredients until fully combined.
• 10. Chef's Note: The more you mix the ingredients the tougher the burger will be, so be careful.
• 11. Take half of the mixture and form into a patty, about 4 inches in diameter, and 1/2 inch thick.
• 12. Chef's Tip: If presentation is important to you, then you might want to form the patty using an egg ring or large salad ring. Remember, we eat first with our eyes.
• 13. Spread the cream cheese over the top of the patty, but leave a 1/2-inch border all round.
• 14. Add the slice of tomato.
• 15. Cover with the remainder of the turkey mixture, and press to seal.
• 16. Place a rack in the middle position, and preheat the oven to 375f (190c).
• 17. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to an ovenproof sauté pan over medium heat.
• 18. When the pan is heated, add the burger, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until lightly browned.
• 19. Gently flip and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.
• 20. Finish the burger, by placing the pan in the preheated oven for an additional 8 to 10 minutes.
• 21. Chef's Note: The internal temperature of the burger should be 165f (74c).
• 22. Place the bib lettuce on a plate, place the burger on top, and garnish with the dressing. You might want to add a side of sweet potato fries: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/side/side-potatoes/oven-baked-sweet-potato-fries.html
• 23. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.

CREAM CHEESE STUFFED GARLIC BURGERS

Steps:

• Put hamburger meat in a bowl and add garlic, salt and pepper.
• Mix together with your hands until just blended.
• Make 12 patties no more than 1 inch thick.
• Spread cream cheese in the center if 6 patties, approximately 1 oz. per patty. (Don't spread all the way to the edge).
• Put remaining patties on top of the cream cheese and seal the ends all the way around with your fingers. (Don't pinch too hard or the ends will be too thin).
• Grill on high to your desired taste. (About 8-10 minutes).
• Note: It takes a little longer than normal for the meat to cook inside because of the cream cheese.