Juicy Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
Deliciously healthy turkey burgers cooked in the air fryer, packed with flavor and moisture while reducing added fats.
Ingredients
For the Turkey Burgers
- 1 pound ground turkey Use turkey with some fat for moisture.
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs Helps bind the patty.
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg Bind the ingredients.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper Adjust to taste.
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs Optional.
For Serving
- buns Burger buns Toast lightly before serving.
- leaves Lettuce leaves For crunch.
- slices Sliced tomatoes For freshness.
- slices Sliced onions Optional addition.
- Pickles Optional.
- Condiments Mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, etc.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, onion powder, salt, pepper, and Italian herbs if using.
- Mix the ingredients together until just combined. Be careful not to overwork the meat to maintain juiciness.
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1-inch thick.
- Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (180°C) for about 5 minutes.
Cooking
- Place the patties in the air fryer basket in a single layer. If necessary, cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Cook the patties for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, let the patties rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serving
- Toast the burger buns in the air fryer for a minute or two until golden brown.
- Spread your choice of condiments on the bottom bun.
- Place the juicy turkey patty on the bun and add fresh lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and onions.
- Feel free to include pickles and customize as desired.
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Notes
For best results, do not skip the breadcrumbs and egg. Let patties rest after cooking to enhance moisture. You can customize seasonings and herbs to your taste.