Turkey Meatloaf Burgers

Recipe by: Melissa Goff
 

"A meatloaf style turkey burger that's moist and flavorful. My kids love these burgers and don't realize it's a lighter alternative to beef burger. My kids just slap on some mayo and head to town. Great served with lettuce, tomato, and your choice of condiments, with a side of chips or raw crispy veggies." 

 

• 2 pounds ground turkey
• 1 1/3 cups seasoned bread crumbs
• 1 small onion - grated, and juice drained
• 2 eggs
• 3 tablespoons applesauce
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 8 hamburger buns, split

 

To Make:

 

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

2. Mix the turkey, bread crumbs, onion, eggs, applesauce, chili powder, paprika, and kosher salt in a large bowl until thoroughly combined. Divide mixture into 8 equal portions, then shape into patties.

3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the patties in the skillet and cook until browned, 3 to 5 minutes on each side. Place the browned patties on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Transfer the patties to a 9x13-inch baking dish.

4. Bake the turkey burgers in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Serve the turkey burgers on the hamburger buns.