Best 6 Low Fat Turkey Burger Stuffed With Cream Cheese Recipes

INSIDE OUT TURKEY CHEESEBURGERS

Steps:

• Set grill to medium heat. Clean and oil the grates.
• Fold each slice of cheese into quarters to create 4 short stacks.
• Divide the ground turkey into 8 equal balls then flatten into 1/4 inch thick patties.
• Place a stack of cheese in the center of 4 patties and top with the remaining 4 patties. Pinch the edges to seal, then push the up the sides so they are an even thickness. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
• Place patties and oiled grill and cover, cook about 6 minutes per side over medium heat, or until the center is cooked through. Transfer to buns with toppings and be sure to let it cool before biting into the center so you don't burn your mouth.

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.

CHEESE-STUFFED BURGERS FOR TWO

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 4 thin patties. Sprinkle cheese over 2 patties; top with remaining patties and press edges firmly to seal. , Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Serve on buns, with lettuce and tomato if desired.

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.

CHEESY TURKEY BURGER

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients together in large bowl. Add more bread crumbs if necessary. Should form a firm ball. Add salt and pepper to taste.
• Shape into six patties, not too thin.
• Pan-fry, broil, or grill inside or out until lightly browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.

CHEDDAR-STUFFED TURKEY BURGER WITH AVOCADO

Steps:

• Combine the turkey, salt, pepper and parsley in a large bowl and mix with a fork or clean hands to season evenly. Add the egg and milk and stir to combine.
• Divide the meat into four portions with damp hands and gently pack into four round patties, about 3/4-inch thick. (It will feel very sticky because of the egg, which helps burgers hold their shape as they cook.) Place burgers on a parchment-lined baking tray or plate. Cut the butter into slices and 1 slice of the cheese into 4 thin squares, about 1 inch across. (The butter and cheese should be the same size.) Press a piece of each into the center of each burger. Shape the meat around it to cover across the top. Refrigerate for 10 minutes while you prepare the griddle.
• Heat a flat-top griddle or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add enough butter just lightly coat the griddle or pan. Add the burgers to the griddle and cook until browned and just cooked through and a thermometer inserted into the meat (not the cheese in the center) reaches 165 degrees, about 4 minutes per side. In the final 2 minutes of cooking, add the remaining 4 cheese slices to the burgers, to melt.
• Remove the burgers from the heat and layer onto the buns with the avocado and any other burger toppings you desire. Serve warm.