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Simple Air Fryer Turkey Burgers

Close-up of a perfectly cooked Air Fryer Turkey Burger cut in half showing a juicy interior.
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Cook moist and flavorful turkey burgers quickly using your air fryer. This recipe provides simple seasoning and clear cooking times.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey (85% or 93% lean)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional, for moisture)
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, gently combine the ground turkey with the onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce, if using. Do not overmix.
  2. Form the mixture into four equal patties, about 3/4 inch thick. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent bulging.
  3. Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) for 3 minutes.
  4. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the turkey patties in a single layer in the basket, ensuring they do not overlap.
  5. Lightly spray the tops of the patties with cooking spray for better browning.
  6. Air fry for 10 to 14 minutes total, flipping the burgers halfway through the cooking time.
  7. For medium doneness (160°F internal temperature), cook for 10-11 minutes. For well-done (165°F internal temperature), cook for 13-14 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature.
  8. Remove the burgers from the air fryer and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving on buns with your preferred toppings.

Notes

  • Using a slightly fattier ground turkey (like 85% lean) or adding a small amount of liquid like Worcestershire sauce helps keep the burgers from drying out.
  • A binder like egg or breadcrumbs is not necessary for these patties.
  • For a crispier exterior, you can increase the temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit for the last 2 minutes of cooking, watching closely to prevent burning.

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