Hot Honey Buffalo Turkey Burgers with Creamy Slaw

These Hot Honey Buffalo Turkey Burgers bring together sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors in one fast, satisfying weeknight meal. Lean ground turkey patties are seasoned simply, seared until juicy, then brushed with a glaze that combines classic buffalo hot sauce with a drizzle of honey for just the right amount of heat and sweetness. Instead of a traditional bun, the patties are served open-face over crisp gluten-free lettuce or a gluten-free bun of your choice, piled high with a cool, creamy herb slaw that balances the heat perfectly. The slaw comes together in minutes with crunchy cabbage and carrots tossed in a bright, herby mayo-based dressing, offering a refreshing contrast to the spicy-sweet patties. This recipe is naturally gluten-free when you double-check your hot sauce and mayonnaise labels, making it an easy, nutritious option for anyone following a gluten-free diet without sacrificing bold flavor. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something that feels indulgent but is actually light, high in protein, and easy to customize. Adjust the heat level by adding more or less hot sauce, and serve with extra slaw on the side for a complete, crave-worthy dinner.</long_description> <parameter name="meta_description">Quick gluten-free turkey burgers glazed in hot honey buffalo sauce, topped with creamy herb slaw. Sweet, spicy, and ready in 30 minutes.

Ingredients

• 1.25 lbground turkey, lean, 93/7 recommended
• 1 tspgarlic powder
• 1 tsponion powder
• 0.5 tspsmoked paprika
• 1 tspsalt, divided
• 0.5 tspblack pepper
• 1 tbspolive oil
• 0.33 cupGluten-free hot sauce, such as certified gluten-free Frank's RedHot
• 3 tbsphoney
• 1 tbspunsalted butter, melted
• 3 cupgreen cabbage, thinly shredded
• 1 cupcarrot, shredded
• 0.33 cupmayonnaise, gluten-free
• 2 tbspfresh dill, chopped
• 2 tbspfresh chives, chopped
• 1 tbspapple cider vinegar
• 4 large leaveslettuce leaves, for open-face base, or use gluten-free buns
• 0.25 cupCrumbled blue cheese, optional, for topping

Method

1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, half of the salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
2. Divide the turkey mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties about 3/4-inch thick, pressing a small dimple into the center of each to help them cook evenly.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F. 12:00
4. While the patties cook, make the hot honey buffalo sauce: in a small saucepan over low heat, whisk together the hot sauce, honey, and melted butter until smooth and glossy, about 2 minutes. 2:00
5. In a medium bowl, make the creamy slaw by combining shredded cabbage, carrot, mayonnaise, dill, chives, apple cider vinegar, and the remaining salt. Toss well to coat evenly.
6. Once the patties are cooked, brush generously with the hot honey buffalo sauce on both sides, letting them sit in the warm skillet for 1 minute to soak in the glaze. 1:00
7. Place each patty open-face on a lettuce leaf or gluten-free bun. Top generously with the creamy slaw and a sprinkle of crumbled blue cheese, if using. Serve immediately.