Air fryer turkey burgers are a great way to have a fun and delicious meal with the family while saving calories. Healthy never tasted so good! Cut calories and fat in your turkey burgers by cooking them in a hot air fryer. It's lower in fat and still has all that great flavor you want in a burger.
Why You Will Love This Air Fryer Turkey Burger
Easy To Make: Air fryer turkey burgers are mixed in a single mixing bowl and require nothing other than your hands to mold the patties and mix the spices in.
Very Little Cleanup: You only have to clean up your mixing bowl and your air fryer when you're done.
They Are Better for You: Air fryer turkey burgers are lower in fat because you don't use oil to cook them. They still get that great fried flavor and outer texture without frying them in oil.
Ingredients
See printable recipe card at the bottom of the page for all measurements and nutritional information.
Ground turkey: You can choose how lean you want this to be by the turkey you decide to buy. I used 93% lean ground turkey.
Ground rosemary: Make sure you use ground rosemary instead of rosemary leaves. The whole leaf is too hard to chew.
Garlic granules: These are optional but tasty. Garlic powder will work in a pinch.
Salt: You can use any salt you like. Pink Himalayan salt is quite tasty here.
Pepper: Freshly ground black pepper is best.
Equipment
Air Fryer: This can be any style of air fryer. They will all cook similarly, though cooking times vary slightly from appliance to appliance.
Instant Read Thermometer: A meat thermometer is a minimal investment that ensures your meat is adequately cooked. Poultry must reach 165ºF to be safely cooked.
Instructions
Gather and measure all ingredients as needed. If your air fryer has a preheat function, preheat it to 400 degrees F.
Combine the ground turkey and all the spices in a large mixing bowl. Mix well by hand for the best results.
Divide the dough in half and press the meat into the shape of a burger patty.
Place the turkey patties in the air fryer and cook at 375ºF for 15 to 20 minutes.
The patties should reach a minimum of 165° F to safely and properly cook. Some appliances can take up to 25 minutes to cook completely, so using a meat thermometer is important the first time you make these.
If you want to make these cheeseburgers, add cheese to the burger patties at the last 1 minute of air frying.
Transfer the burger patty to a burger bun, add your favorite toppings, and serve.
Substitutions
If you don't care for rosemary, dried thyme is a good substitute in this recipe.
Recipe Variations
I enjoy varying cheese types, such as Swiss, cheddar, pepper jack, feta, blue cheese, and Monterey jack, as they all add different flavors. You can't go wrong with any of them.
You can play around with the flavors of these burgers by changing the spices. Taco seasoning can be yummy, as well as spices like sage. I've also tried fajita seasoning and BBQ seasoning, with great results.
You can use various buns for a turkey burger, such as whole wheat, brioche, pretzel, or sesame seed buns. Each type of bun can provide a different texture and flavor to complement the lean turkey patty. A multigrain or ciabatta bun can add a hearty and rustic element to the turkey burger.
More Ways To Season Your Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
Mediterranean
- 1 teaspoon ground rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic granules
- Zest of 1 lemon
Southwest
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
Italian
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- A pinch of red pepper flakes
Asian Fusion
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tbsp. chopped scallions
BBQ
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
Herbs & Spices
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon chopped chives
- ½ teaspoon lemon pepper
Cajun
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- A pinch of cayenne pepper
Citrus
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
Umami
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1-2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried shiitake mushroom powder
- A pinch of ground black pepper
Storage
To Store: Store leftover burgers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
To Reheat: Rewarm gently in the microwave or an air fryer until it's warmed through.
To Freeze: You can freeze these patties either before or after cooking. Either way, you'll want to pack them well in a freezer-safe container to avoid freezer burn. They will keep in the freezer for up to 4 months.
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- Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs
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- Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
- Air Fryer Potato Chips
- Classic Cheddar Cheese Sausage Balls (Air fryer instructions)
- Air Fryer Mushrooms
- Air Fryer Carrots
- Air Fryer Pancakes
Recipe
Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Gather and measure all ingredients as needed. If your air fryer has a preheat function, preheat it to 400° F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey and all the spices. Mix well by hand for the best results.
- Divide the meat mixture in half and press into the shape of a burger patty.
- Place the turkey patties in the air fryer and cook at 375° F for 15-20 minutes. The patties should reach a minimum of 165° F to be safely and properly cooked. Some appliances can take up to 25 minutes to cook these completely. So, using a meat thermometer is important the first time you make these.
- If you want to make these cheeseburgers, add cheese to the burger patties at the last 1 minute of air frying.
- Transfer the burger patty to a burger bun, add your favorite toppings, and serve.
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