Turkey Melt

Stay full with this melty and delicious turkey sandwich. Incorporate veggies, ground turkey, and chipotle aioli for a flavorful and filling lunch.

Total Time

25 minutes

Serving Size

Makes 4 Servings

3 tablespoons

olive oil, divided

yellow onion, sliced

2 cups

thinly sliced button mushrooms

red bell pepper, cut into thin strips

green bell pepper, cut into thin strips

Salt and pepper to taste

(16-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Lean Ground Turkey, formed into 4 patties

2 cups

shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

½ stick

unsalted butter

8 slices

sourdough bread

Chipotle Aioli:

½ cup

mayonnaise

finely minced chipotle pepper en adobo

1 tablespoon

chopped parsley

1 teaspoon

distilled vinegar

Salt and pepper, to taste

Heat oven to 350°F.

In large skillet over high heat, heat 2 oil. Add onions, mushrooms, and peppers. Cook 10 to 15 minutes or until browned. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Remove from pan.

Add remaining oil to skillet over medium-high heat. Season turkey patties on each side with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side or until browned and cooked through. Always cook to well-done, 165°F as measured by a meat thermometer. Remove from pan.

In same skillet, over medium heat add butter 1 tablespoon at a time to toast bread slices on both sides.

To assemble; divide cheese, onions, mushrooms, peppers, turkey patties, and Chipotle Aioli among 4 toasted bread slices. Top with remaining toasted bread slices.

Transfer sandwiches back to pan. Bake 5 to 7 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Chipotle Aioli: In small bowl, whisk together ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Calories

931

Protein

43.8g

Carbohydrates

50.7g

Fiber

4.2g

Sugars

6.7g