Best 6 Cranberry Jalapeno Turkey Burgers Or Meatballs Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our tantalizing Cranberry Jalapeño Turkey Burgers and Meatballs, a harmonious blend of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. These versatile dishes, meticulously crafted with ground turkey, cranberries, and a hint of jalapeño heat, offer a healthier alternative to traditional beef burgers and meatballs without compromising on taste.

Savor the juicy Cranberry Jalapeño Turkey Burgers, grilled to perfection and bursting with a delightful balance of tangy cranberries, zesty jalapeños, and aromatic spices. These burgers are not only a healthier choice but also a sensory delight, sure to satisfy your cravings for a flavorful and satisfying meal.

For those who prefer a more compact and flavorful experience, our Cranberry Jalapeño Turkey Meatballs are an absolute treat. Baked to golden-brown perfection, these meatballs are packed with the same enticing combination of cranberries, jalapeños, and savory herbs. They make an excellent appetizer, main course, or addition to your favorite pasta dish.

Whether you're grilling up a batch of our succulent burgers or baking a platter of our delectable meatballs, these Cranberry Jalapeño Turkey creations are sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that blends flavors, textures, and health into an unforgettable dining experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY TURKEY MEATBALLS



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Healthy cranberry turkey meatballs with apples, sage, and a homemade cranberry-orange sauce. A perfect Thanksgiving or Christmas appetizer!

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Appetizer     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound 93% lean ground turkey
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 large egg (lightly beaten)
1 cup shredded tart apple (such as Granny Smith, washed with peel on)
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh sage
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
Zest of 1 orange
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed orange juice

Steps:

  • Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Place an ovenproof baking rack on top of a large, rimmed baking sheet, then lightly coat with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the turkey, breadcrumbs, olive oil, egg, apple, sage, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. With your hands or two forks, lightly mix to combine, being careful not to compact the meat.
  • Roll the mixture into 1 1/2 to 2-inch balls, using a small scoop to help portion as desired.
  • Arrange the meatballs on top of the prepared baking rack. Bake in the oven for 12-14 minutes, just until cooked through.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the sauce. In a saucepan large enough to hold the meatballs, combine the cranberries, applesauce, maple syrup, orange zest, and orange juice. Heat over medium to warm through.
  • Add the cooked meatballs to the sauce, then spoon the sauce over gently to coat. Transfer to a serving platter to enjoy immediately or place in a slow cooker set to the lowest heat to keep warm. Garnish with fresh parsley as desired and serve.

Nutrition Facts : TransFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 (of 24) meatballs, Calories 73 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 21 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g

TURKEY COCKTAIL MEATBALLS WITH ORANGE CRANBERRY GLAZE



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You can make these ahead and freeze them without the glaze, then the day of the party, defrost them and simply reheat in the sauce.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Turkey

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 ¼ pounds ground turkey
¼ teaspoon poultry seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 large egg, beaten
¼ cup milk
½ cup plain bread crumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup canned jellied cranberry sauce
½ cup orange marmalade
½ cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon minced jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon minced Fresno pepper
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix the turkey, poultry seasoning, garlic salt, onion powder, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl. Stir in the egg, milk, and bread crumbs. Cover with plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat. Roll the turkey mixture into balls, about one tablespoon each. Place the meatballs in a single layer in the skillet. Brown meatballs on all sides, flipping occasionally. Place browned meatballs on a clean baking sheet. Set aside.
  • Combine cranberry sauce, marmalade, and chicken broth over medium heat in the skillet used to cook the meatballs. Stir in the jalapeno and Fresno peppers, then return meatballs to skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue to cook until the meatballs are no longer pink in the center and glaze is reduced. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 80.2 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 647.3 mg, Sugar 26.2 g

TURKEY MEATBALLS IN CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Looking for a hearty appetizer recipe? Then check out these turkey meatballs served in cranberry sauce - ready in just 35 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb lean ground turkey
1/2 cup finely chopped onion (1 medium)
1/4 cup uncooked instant white or brown rice
1/4 cup unseasoned dry bread crumbs
1 egg, lightly beaten, or 1/4 cup fat-free cholesterol-free egg product
1 teaspoon salt, if desired
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 can (16 oz) jellied cranberry sauce
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix all ingredients except cranberry sauce and water. Shape mixture into about 45 (1-inch) balls.
  • Heat 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs; cover and cook 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until thermometer inserted in center of meatballs reads 165°F.
  • Gently stir in cranberry sauce and water. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until cranberry sauce is melted and smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 50 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

CRANBERRY JALAPENO TURKEY BURGERS



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I cam eup wuth this when looking for something a liitle different than a plain turkey burger and basically used things I had available at home. Everyone loved the results.

Provided by MARIA MAC

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground turkey
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup onion (finely minced)
1 jalapeno pepper (very finelly minced a cleaned of all seeds and membrane)
1/4 cup dried cranberries (roughly chopped)
2 tablespoons seafood cocktail sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 garlic cloves, minced
black pepper, to taste
6 hamburger buns

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in large bowl.
  • Shape into 6 patties.
  • Grill untill cooked through,
  • You can broil or pan fry also
  • Serve in hamburger buns with desired toppings.

CRANBERRY JALAPENO CHUTNEY



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This recipe makes 1 cup only and can be stored in the refrigerator. The recipes states that this chutney is good on leftover turkey sandwiches. Haven't tried it yet; however, I plan to make it for the holidays -- those turkey sandwiches sound so good.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely minced
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well. Refrigerate, covered. Serve cold or at room temperature. Works well on leftover turkey sandwiches.

CRANBERRY TURKEY BURGERS



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These turkey burgers are so good that you might give up traditional beef hamburgers altogether. The thick grilled patties are topped with prepared cranberry sauce and served on toasted English muffins for a nice change of pace.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 small tart apple, peeled and finely chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/4 pounds ground turkey
1/2 cup mayonnaise
6 English muffins, split and toasted
6 lettuce leaves
1 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into six patties., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill patties, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 10 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear. , Spread mayonnaise over muffin halves. Place the lettuce, turkey burgers and cranberry sauce on muffin bottoms; replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541 calories, Fat 30g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 772mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose ground turkey that is at least 93% lean. This will help to keep the burgers or meatballs moist and flavorful.
  • Use fresh cranberries. They will provide a tart and tangy flavor to the burgers or meatballs.
  • Don't be afraid to add some heat. The jalapeños will give the burgers or meatballs a nice kick of spice.
  • Use a food processor to chop the cranberries and jalapeños. This will help to create a smooth and even texture.
  • Use bread crumbs to help bind the burgers or meatballs together.
  • Shape the burgers or meatballs into patties or balls, depending on your preference.
  • Cook the burgers or meatballs over medium heat until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the burgers or meatballs on buns or with your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

These cranberry-jalapeño turkey burgers or meatballs are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a classic comfort food. They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, or for a fun and festive party appetizer. With their unique combination of flavors, these burgers or meatballs are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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