Juiciest Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
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5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 burgers
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Calories
184 kcal
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Course
Lunch
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Cuisine
American, International
Juiciest Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
Description
The recipe starts with gently combining ground turkey, shredded yellow onion, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, parsley, and seasonings to avoid toughness. Four patties are formed and cooked in a preheated air fryer at 360°F (182°C), flipping halfway through until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). This method produces a burger with a delicate balance of moisture and seasoning throughout.
This burger offers a tender texture from the shredded onion and added moisture from the mustard and fresh herbs, distinguishing it from plain turkey burgers. Optional Italian seasoning introduces herbal notes. Cheese can be added near the end for a melted topping.
Serving these turkey burgers on buns or alongside sides suits casual meals. The notes provide useful variations, including substitutions for garlic and mustard, and tips on storing cooked patties refrigerated for several days. Frozen turkey burgers can also be cooked in the air fryer with adjusted time, ensuring convenience.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey not 99% lean, 93% lean
- ⅓ cup onion shredded yellow
- 2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 large garlic minced, cloves
- 3 tablespoon parsley finely chopped, fresh
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning optional, dried
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (182°C) and lightly grease the basket with non-stick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently mix together the ground turkey, shredded onion, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, chopped parsley, onion powder, Italian seasoning (if using), salt, and black pepper. Be careful not to mix too much, as this can make the burgers tough.
- Divide the mixture and shape it into 4 burger patties, each about ½-inch thick.
- Carefully place each burger into the preheated air fryer basket, making sure they are evenly spaced and not overlapping. If your air fryer is small, you might need to do this in two batches.
- Air fry the burgers for a total of 10 to 13 minutes, flipping them halfway through. Make sure the internal temperature of each burger reaches 165°F (74°C) to ensure they are fully cooked. Overcooked turkey burgers can become dry.
- Cheese Burgers: If you are adding cheese, place one slice of cheese on top of the turkey patty in the last 1 minute of air frying.
- Toasting the Buns: If you're serving the burgers with buns, you can toast them in the air fryer once the burgers are done. Lightly butter the buns and air fry them at 300°F (149°C), cut side up, for 3 to 4 minutes until they're golden. Alternatively, you can toast the buns in a toaster oven or on the stovetop.
- Assemble your burgers by placing the cooked patties on the buns. You can also serve them in lettuce wraps or on a bed of salad for a low-carb option. I top mine with thinly sliced red onion, lettuce leaves, sliced tomato, and cheddar cheese. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use 93% lean ground turkey to maintain juiciness; 99% lean tends to dry out without binders.
- Substitute fresh garlic with 1 teaspoon garlic powder if needed.
- Dijon mustard can be replaced by ketchup, BBQ sauce, or mayo for different flavors.
- Add chopped mushrooms, bell peppers, spinach, or zucchini for moisture and flavor variations.
- For frozen patties, air fry at 360°F for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, ensuring internal temperature hits 165°F.
- Store cooked burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
- Reheat gently in the microwave or air fryer at lower temperature until warm.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4burgers
Amount Per Serving
Calories 184 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 184kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 84mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 690mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 302mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 348IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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