Description
These juiciest air fryer turkey burgers are a flavorful and healthier alternative to beef burgers. Made with ground turkey, fresh herbs, and a blend of seasonings, they cook quickly and evenly in the air fryer, resulting in tender, perfectly cooked patties with a crispy exterior. Ideal for a fast and delicious meal, they can be customized with your favorite toppings and buns.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb 93% lean ground turkey (not 99% lean)
- ⅓ cup shredded yellow onion
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 large garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Optional
- Cheese slices (for topping)
- Butter (for toasting buns)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (182°C) and lightly spray the basket with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, shredded yellow onion, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, onion powder, dried Italian seasoning (if using), salt, and black pepper. Gently mix the ingredients together until just combined, taking care not to overmix to keep the patties tender.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into 4 equal patties, each about ½-inch thick to ensure even cooking.
- Arrange Patties: Place the patties in the air fryer basket, making sure they are evenly spaced and not overlapping. Cook in two batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Air Fry Patties: Cook the turkey burgers for 10 to 13 minutes at 360°F, flipping them halfway through the cooking time. The burgers are done when they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Add Cheese (Optional): If desired, place a slice of cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking, allowing it to melt.
- Toast Buns (Optional): Lightly butter the buns and air fry them in the basket at 300°F (149°C), cut side up, for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden and toasted.
- Assemble and Serve: Assemble the air-fried turkey burgers with your favorite toppings and buns. Serve immediately and enjoy your juicy, flavorful burger.
Notes
- Do not overmix the turkey mixture to keep the patties tender and juicy rather than dense.
- Make sure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption of poultry.
- If your air fryer basket is small, cook the patties in batches to avoid overcrowding for even cooking.
- You can customize the burgers with your choice of cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, or condiments.
- Using 93% lean ground turkey is recommended as leaner turkey (99%) can result in drier burgers.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American