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Home » Recipes » Turkey Dishes

Air Fryer Turkey Burger

Published: Oct 5, 2022 by Eileen xo

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Two photos of turkey burgers, one in the air fryer and the other burger in a bun topped with cheese.
Turkey Burgers made in the air fryer topped with pickles and tomatoes.

Our Air Fryer Turkey Burger is a delicious, juicy, quick, and easy recipe! With just 5 ingredients, no breadcrumbs, or eggs are needed to have this tasty burger full of flavor.

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  • ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
  • Ingredients
  • Instructions
  • Equipment
  • Storage
  • Favorite Burger Toppings
  • Expert Tips
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Variations
  • Serving Ideas
  • Similar recipes
  • Air Fryer Turkey Burger
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❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

  • There are only 5 simple ingredients needed to make these tasty juicy turkey burgers.
  • 20 minutes is all you need for mouthwatering burgers for a quick lunch or dinner.
  • The air fryer is a great way to make juicy turkey burgers that are better for you.
  • Easily adapt this to be a keto turkey burger by swapping the Worcestshire sauce for Amino Acids.

Ingredients

  • fresh ground turkey
  • garlic cloves
  •  Kosher salt and black pepper
  •  Worcestershire sauce
  •  cheese, optional

Instructions

  1. In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine the turkey, garlic, salt, and Worcestershire sauce.
  2. Divide the mixture into 4 and shape each one into a patty that is no thicker than ¾”.
  3. Spray the air fryer basket lightly with olive oil spray and add the burgers.
  4. Cook at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, or until the burgers register 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.
  5. Add one slice of cheese to the top of each burger and cook for an additional 1 minute, or until the cheese is melted.
  6. Serve with your choice of toppings.

Equipment

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  • Air Fryer
  • Medium Size Mixing Bowl
  • Instant Read Thermometer

Storage

Leftovers can be kept in an airtight-covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freezer Instructions

The best way to freeze raw turkey burgers is to place the uncooked burgers on a baking tray in the freezer for about 1 hour to freeze them. The frozen burgers can be stacked up with wax or parchment paper in between each burger in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months

Favorite Burger Toppings

  • Mayonaise
  • Ketchup
  • Chik Fil A Sauce
  • Sautéed Mushrooms
  • Red onion
  • Any of your favorite cheeses such as American, Cheddar, or Swiss.
  • Pickles
  • Barbecue Sauce

Expert Tips

Expert Tip: Cook the burgers to an internal temperature of 165°F for a juicy burger. Air Fryer temperatures can vary depending on the air fryer brand. It is imperative to use a meat thermometer for an accurate temperature of the burger.

  • Be sure to keep the burgers separated, in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Otherwise, they can be difficult to separate after air frying.
  • For burgers, use lean ground turkey with a fat content of no more than 90%. The higher the percentage, the meat runs the risk of being dry due to the low-fat count.
  • Spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray before placing the burgers in the basket.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use ground beef or chicken?

Absolutely, use your favorite ground meat mixture or chicken patty recipes.

How do I prevent dry turkey burgers?

If you find you are overcooking the burgers, add a bit of mayonnaise or yogurt to the meat mixture the next time you make them.

Should I cook the burgers before freezing them?

There is no need to cook them first.
The best way to freeze raw turkey burgers is to place the uncooked burgers on a baking tray in the freezer for about 1 hour to freeze them. The frozen burgers can be stacked up with wax or parchment paper in between each burger in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months

Can frozen turkey burgers be made in the air fryer?

Absolutely. Cook at 375°F for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the burgers register 165°F on an instant-read meat thermometer, flip halfway through.

Variations

Add in any of your favorite seasonings such as Cajun Seasoning, Homemade Seasoning Salt, or Old Bay seasonings for other flavorful burgers.

Of course, ground chicken can also be used to make burgers with these seasonings.

Add in some chopped onion or red onion into the burger meat.

Serving Ideas

  • Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes would be a great side dish.
  • Roasted Green Beans, a classic and easy dish for dinner in under 30 minutes.
  • Homemade Mashed Potatoes, a classic that pairs well with any burger.
  • Corn on the Cob for an American classic meal.
  • Homemade Macaroni Salad would be a delicious pairing and it can be made ahead of time.
  • Roasted Potatoes are another tasty side dish to make with any burger.
  • Roasted Broccoli with Garlic is a fabulous side for these burgers.
  • Air Fryer Cauliflower would be delicious as a side dish for these flavorful burgers.

Similar recipes

Next time, try our air fryer hamburgers, they are super juicy and delicious.

Chick Fil A Chicken Burgers is a fabulous copycat recipe.

Cheeseburger Stuffed Twice Baked Potatoes is a one potato meal with all the fixings.

Beef Burrito Bowls are so delicious and a family favorite.

Juicy Lucy Burgers are delicious juicy beef burgers that are loaded with cheese!

Big Mac Sloppy Joes are another handheld tasty sandwich that my family loves.

You will love our tasty beef enchiladas which can be made with homemade or store-bought enchilada sauce.

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Air Fryer Turkey Burger

Turkey Burgers made in the air fryer are juicy and tender. Quick and easy to make for a tasty lunch or dinner. Be sure to top with your favorite cheese and burger toppings.
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Course: lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer turkey burger, air fryer turkey burgers no breadcrumbs, turkey burgers
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
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Total Time: 20 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 130kcal
Author: Eileen Kelly

Equipment Needed:

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  • Cosori 5.8 Quart Air Fryer
  • Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
  • Instant Read Thermometer

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • olive oil spray
  • 4 slices cheese, optional choose your favorite cheese
  • lettuce optional
  • tomato, sliced thin optional
  • pickles optional
  • hamburger buns optional

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine the ground turkey, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, salt, black pepper and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Divide the mixture into 4 equal parts. Shape each one into a patty that is no thicker than ¾”.
  • Spray your air fryer basket lightly with olive oil spray and add the formed turkey patties.
  • Cook at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, or until the burgers register 165°F on an instant read meat thermometer, flip halfway through.
  • Add one slice of cheese to the top of each burger and cook for an additional 1 minute, or until the cheese is melted.
  • Serve with your choice of garnishes. Store any leftover burgers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

How to Air Fry a Frozen Turkey Burger

  • Spray your air fryer basket lightly with olive oil spray and add the frozen turkey patties.
  • Cook at 375°F for 15 minutes, flip halfway through, or until the burgers register 165°F on an instant read meat thermometer, flip halfway through.
  • Add your favorite cheese topping and cook an additional minute.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Note 1: We use sliced sharp cheddar and sliced sharp white cheddar— but use any cheese you like (or leave it off).
Note 2: The nutritional calculation is for one burger only. It does not include the bun or toppings. 
Be sure to check Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe.
 Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1burger | Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 654mg | Potassium: 353mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Tommy McGee

    August 14, 2021 at 6:19 pm

    5 stars
    I made these for lunch. Absolutely delicious. Very easy and my kids loved them. Thank you, Eileen

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