Sure, if you pull into the drive-thru, chili burgers can be deadly. But here, using the leanest ground turkey with canned turkey chili, you can have a decadently drippy yet sensible meal that satisfies. For another 60 calories and 2.5 grams of fat, you can even add an ounce of 75% light finely shredded Cheddar cheese.
Recipe information
Yield
makes 1 serving
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat a grill to high heat.
Step 2
Spoon the chili into a small microwave-safe bowl and cover the bowl with a paper towel. (Alternatively, you can heat the chili in a small saucepan over medium heat.)
Step 3
Line a flat work surface with waxed paper. With your hands, shape the turkey into a tight ball. Place it on the waxed paper and press it into a 4-inch-diameter patty. Season the patty with salt and pepper. Grill until it is no longer pink inside, about 2 minutes per side. During the last minute of cooking, if desired, toast the bun by placing it, insides face down, on a top grill rack or away from direct flame until just toasted.
Step 4
Meanwhile, if microwaving the chili, microwave it on high in 30-second intervals, or until warmed through.
Step 5
Place the bun bottom on a serving plate. Add the burger, then spoon the chili on top. If using, spread the mustard over the inside of the bun top. Add it to the burger. Serve immediately.
nutrition information
Step 6
Calories: 246
Step 7
Protein: 28g
Step 8
Carbohydrates: 28g
Step 9
Fat: 4g
Step 10
Saturated Fat: <1g
Step 11
Cholesterol: 39mg
Step 12
Fiber: 5g
Step 13
Sodium: 344mg
