Simple Turkey Burger Recipe: How Can You Make a Quick, Healthy Burger?
Prep Time: 15 minutes mins
Cook Time: 15 minutes mins
Total Time: 30 minutes mins
Cook up Simple Turkey Burger Recipe—easy to make, packed with flavor, and perfectly tender for a delicious and healthy meal option!
Large mixing bowl
Measuring cups and spoons
Nonstick skillet, grill, or air fryer
Spatula
Oil spray
- 1 lb ground turkey
- ⅓ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp dried onion flakes
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- Oil spray for cooking
- Hamburger buns
- Toppings: lettuce tomato, onion, cheese, pickles, or condiments
Prepare the Burger Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, dried onion flakes, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and salt. Mix until combined, but don’t overmix to keep the texture tender.
Shape the Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each into a patty about ½ inch thick to ensure even cooking in the center.
Stovetop Method:
Warm a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Once hot, lightly spray the pan with oil.
Add the patties to the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, flipping once, until browned and cooked through.
Tip: Check the underside of the burgers occasionally to prevent burning and ensure they are cooked evenly.
While cooking, prepare your buns and desired toppings. Toast the buns if preferred.
Once done, place the patties on the buns, add toppings, and serve immediately.
Grilling Method:
Preheat the grill to medium heat and clean the grates well. Lightly spray with oil to prevent sticking.
Place the patties on the grill and cook for about 5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Toast the buns on the grill if desired, assemble the burgers with toppings, and serve.
Air Fryer Method:
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
Place the patties in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Serving: Place the cooked turkey burgers on buns with your favorite toppings and condiments. Serve immediately with fries, a salad, or any side of your choice.
Enjoy your juicy turkey burgers! 🍔
- If the burger mixture feels too wet, add a tablespoon of breadcrumbs at a time until the consistency improves.
- Leftover patties can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Try different toppings and condiments to customize the flavor to your liking.