Prepare filling: In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon, and chopped jalapeño.
Form patties: Divide ground turkey into 8 thin patties. Place 2 tbsp of the filling onto 4 patties, then cover with the remaining 4 patties. Seal edges well.
Season: Sprinkle both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cook: Grill or pan-fry over medium heat for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
Assemble burgers: Place patties on toasted buns, top with jalapeño slices, and add lettuce or tomato if desired.
✨ Tip: If you want it extra spicy, keep the seeds in the jalapeño filling. For milder burgers, remove seeds and ribs.
Would you like me to also give you a baked casserole version of these jalapeño popper turkey burgers (kind of like a deconstructed burger bake)?
