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The Best Turkey Burgers

I'm about to share all of my secrets for grilling up the best turkey burgers! So juicy and flavorful! 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
22 mins
Servings: 4 burgers
Calories: 438 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey 85% lean
  • 1 cup butter cracker crumbs such as Ritz crackers
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chives
  • 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
  • 4 burger buns
  • 4 tablespoons butter softened
  • cheese if desired
  • Tomatoes, red onion, lettuce, avocado, mayo for topping

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the grill to 350 degrees over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground turkey, cracker crumbs, egg, chives, and seasoned salt to a mixing bowl and use your hands to combine the mixture. Shape into 4 patties and lightly press your thumb into the center of each patty to form an indent. This will help the patties hold their shape as they cook.
  3. Place on the grill and cook for 6 minutes per side or until they reach a safe internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  4. Remove from the grill and place on a plate and cover tightly with foil while you grill the buns.
  5. Spread the buns with butter and place butter side down on the hot grill. Grill for 2 minutes, or until lightly toasted.
  6. Assemble the burgers and top with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • You can use any type of cracker here, such as Saltines or even Cheez-Its for a different flavor.
  • We prefer to use 85% lean turkey so that it's not too dry after cooking. If you have leaner turkey, consider adding a drizzle of olive oil to the meat mixture before shaping into patties.
  • These can also be cooked on the stovetop or in the air fryer. To air fry, cook at 360 degrees for 7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1burger Calories 438kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 33g (66%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Cholesterol 138mg (46%) Sodium 1685mg (70%) Potassium 424mg (12%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 480IU (10%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 111mg (11%) Iron 3.2mg (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4burgers

Amount Per Serving

Calories 438

% Daily Value*

Serving 1burger
Calories 438kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 33g 66%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 138mg 46%
Sodium 1685mg 70%
Potassium 424mg 9%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 480IU 10%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 111mg 11%
Iron 3.2mg 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.