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    Hatch Green Chile Grilled Turkey Burgers

    Published: Sep 9, 2021 by Amanda · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

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    turkey burgers on buns topped with fresh pineapple salsa

    These juicy hatch green chile grilled turkey burgers are easy to make and have delicious flavor. Made with roasted hatch chiles and topped with fresh pineapple salsa, these ground turkey burgers are perfect for summertime!

    grilled turkey burger on a bun topped with fresh pineapple salsa

    This post was originally published in August 2017 and has been updated for content.

    We love grilling during the summer, especially these tasty turkey burgers. The earthy flavor of the ground turkey pairs so well with the smoky roasted hatch chiles. The fresh pineapple salsa is both tart and spicy and adds a great freshness to these burgers.

    Serve these juicy turkey burgers with grilled broccolini, crispy potato wedges or italian zucchini!

    Jump to:
    • 🍔 Ingredient notes
    • 📋 Substitutions and variations
    • 🔪 Step by step instructions
    • ⭐ Expert tips
    • Frequently asked questions
    • 🥘 Alternative cooking methods
    • ⏲️ Make ahead and storage instructions
    • ♨️ More grilling recipes
    • 📖 Recipe

    🍔 Ingredient notes

    turkey, buns, hatch green chiles, spices, jalapeno, lime, onions, bell peppers, cilantro and pineapple on a sheet pan
    • Ground Turkey - I prefer to use ground turkey for these burgers. It has more flavor and also lends itself to a more moist burger. Ground turkey breast can certainly be used, but the burgers may be a bit more dry and have a tendency to crumble.
    • Hatch Chiles - Hatch chiles are a type of green chile grown in New Mexico that has a crisp, sweet and smoky flavor. Typically they are in season in August and can sometimes be found freshly roasted in the grocery store. If not, you can roast hatch chiles in the oven or purchase canned hatch chiles.
    • Pineapple Salsa - I love serving these burgers using fresh pineapple for the salsa, however if that is not an option, canned pineapple tidbits may also be used.

    📋 Substitutions and variations

    • Toppings - Instead of the pineapple salsa, these turkey burgers can be topped with your favorite bbq sauce, grilled onions, grilled pineapple rings or pickled jalapenos!
    • Gluten Free - These turkey burgers themselves are naturally gluten free. You can serve them wrapped in lettuce or on your favorite gluten free hamburger bun.

    🔪 Step by step instructions

    First, combine all of the ingredients for the fresh pineapple salsa in a mixing bowl and toss to combine. Store in the refrigerator while you prepare your turkey burgers.

    pineapple, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, bell pepper and pineapple in a glass bowl and then mixed together in a bowl

    Next, combine all of the ingredients for the turkey burgers in a mixing bowl and using your hands, mix everything lightly together. Divide the meat mixture into 6 equal pieces and roll into balls.

    ground turkey, hatch chiles and seasoning in a bowl and then mixture combined and formed into 6 balls on a sheet pan

    Press the meat down into patties that are approximately 1-inch in thickness and press the middles down slightly. Place the burgers in the fridge to chill while you preheat the grill.

    Cook the burgers on a greased grill for about 8 minutes on the first side and 4 minutes on the second side. Burgers should be cooked through until the internal temperature reaches 165˚ when checked with a kitchen thermometer.

    raw turkey burgers with green chile on a sheet pan and then cooked on a grill

    Allow the burgers to rest for 5 minutes after grilling and then serve on buns with the fresh pineapple salsa.

    grilled green chile turkey burgers on a sheet pan and then on buns topped with pineapple salsa

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    ⭐ Expert tips

    • Whether you are using canned or freshly roasted chiles, make sure to drain or squeeze out as much of the liquid from them as possible so there isn't too much liquid in the burger mixture.
    • Pour a bit of vegetable oil on a paper towel and rub it on the preheated grill before adding the turkey burgers to help prevent sticking.
    • If the burgers are not easily releasing from the grill, give them a minute or two more before flipping them.
    • Make the fresh pineapple salsa a day or two before if you can to really let the flavors combine together!

    Frequently asked questions

    Are hatch chiles spicy?

    Hatch green chiles come in different varieties from mild to as spicy or spicier than a jalapeño. It's been to chose the variety that is best for you and your taste preferences.

    🥘 Alternative cooking methods

    If grilling is not an option, these burgers can be made on the stovetop instead. Use a grill pan or cast iron skillet that has been greased with vegetable oil.

    ⏲️ Make ahead and storage instructions

    The pineapple salsa can be made up to 2 days ahead of time stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

    The turkey burger mix can be made up to 1 day ahead of time and stored on a plate covered in plastic wrap or in an air tight container. Cooking times may be a minute or two more since they are cold.

    Uncooked turkey burgers can be frozen and kept in the freezer for up to 3 months. Freeze the turkey burgers on a plate or sheet pan in a single layer and then transfer into a zip top bag or air tight container for easier storage. Frozen turkey burgers can be cooked right on the grill but will take a few more minutes to cook.

    Cooked turkey burgers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and in the freezer for up to 3 months. Burgers can be heated back up on the grill, oven or in the microwave.

    ♨️ More grilling recipes

    If you loved this recipe for grilled turkey burgers, check out these other grilling recipes that I know you will love too!

    • Grilled Italian Zucchini
    • Buffalo Chicken Burgers
    • Grilled Broccolini

    Don't Forget! If you make this recipe, be sure to leave a comment and give it a rating. I love to hear from each and every one of you! Tag me on Facebook and Instagram as well! It makes my day to see all of your photos of the food you have made.


    📖 Recipe

    grilled turkey burgers on a bun topped with fresh pineapple salsa

    Hatch Green Chile Grilled Turkey Burgers

    Amanda
    These juicy hatch green chile grilled turkey burgers are easy to make and have delicious flavor. Made with roasted hatch chiles and topped with fresh pineapple salsa, these ground turkey burgers are perfect for summertime!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Resting Time 5 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 Servings
    Calories 305 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    Fresh Pineapple Salsa

    • 3 cups diced fresh pineapple approximately 1 medium pineapple
    • ½ medium bell pepper diced
    • ½ medium red onion diced
    • 1 medium jalapeno minced
    • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
    • 2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice approximately 1 lime
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

    Grilled Turkey Burgers

    • 1 ½ pounds ground turkey
    • ⅓ cup diced roasted hatch green chiles peeled and seeded, approximately 4-5 medium chiles
    • ⅓ medium yellow onion grated
    • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
    • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
    • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
    • ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
    • 6 hamburger buns

    Instructions
     

    Fresh Pineapple Salsa

    • In a mixing bowl, combine pineapple, bell pepper, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice and salt together.
    • Mix together until all ingredients are combined and let it sit in the refrigerator while you make the turkey burgers.

    Grilled Turkey Burgers

    • In a mixing bowl, combine turkey, chiles, onion, cumin, thyme, salt & pepper. Mix by hand until ingredients are well incorporated.
    • Divide meat mixture in 6 equal portions and roll into balls. Flatten balls into approximately one inch thick patties and slightly press down the middle of each patty. Place burgers in the refrigerator while you preheat the grill.
    • Preheat the grill to medium high heat and rub the grill grates with a paper towel with oil on it to grease the grill. 
    • Grill the burgers for 8 minutes on the first side and then flip and cook an additional 4 minutes on the other side until the burgers reach an internal temperature of 165° when checked with a kitchen thermometer.
    • Allow the burgers to rest for 5 minutes after grilling and then serve on buns topped with fresh pineapple salsa.

    Notes

    • Drain or squeeze out as much of the liquid from the chiles as possible so there isn't too much liquid in burger mixture.
    • Pour a bit of vegetable oil on a paper towel and rub it on the preheated grill before adding the turkey burgers to help prevent sticking.
    • If the burgers are not easily releasing from the grill, give them a minute or two more before flipping them.
    • Make the fresh pineapple salsa a day or two before to really let the flavors combine together!
     

    Substitutions and Variations

    • Ground Turkey Breast - Ground turkey has more flavor and moisture, but ground turkey breast can also be used. Burgers may be a bit more dry and have a tendency to crumble.
    • Hatch Chiles - In August, freshly roasted chiles can be found in the grocery store. If not, you can roast hatch chiles in the oven or purchase canned hatch green chiles.
    • Pineapple - Instead of fresh pineapple, canned pineapple tidbits may also be used.
    • Toppings - Instead of the pineapple salsa, these turkey burgers can be topped with bbq sauce, grilled onions, grilled pineapple rings or pickled jalapenos!
    • Gluten Free - The turkey burgers themselves are naturally gluten free. Serve them wrapped in lettuce or on gluten free hamburger buns.
     

    Alternative Cooking Methods

    Use a grill pan or cast iron skillet that has been greased with vegetable oil to cook these burgers inside.
     

    Make ahead and storage instructions

    • SALSA - Make up to 2 days ahead of time and store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
    • BURGERS - Make and form up to 1 day ahead of time and store on a plate covered in plastic wrap or in an air tight container. Cooking times may be a minute or two more.
    • FREEZE - Uncooked turkey burgers can be frozen for up to 3 months. Freeze on a plate or sheet pan in a single layer and then transfer into a zip top bag or air tight container for easier storage. Frozen turkey burgers can be cooked right on the grill but will take a few more minutes to cook.
    • LEFTOVERS - Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator after cooling for up to 3 days and in the freezer for up to 3 months. Burgers can be heated back up on the grill, oven or in the microwave.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1burgerCalories: 305kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 32gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 1273mgPotassium: 553mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 476IUVitamin C: 59mgCalcium: 105mgIron: 3mg
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