These Air Fryer Turkey Burgers are so flavorful and simple to make. You can even make them up ahead of time and freeze them for later!
I like to make up a batch or two and freeze them before cooking to have a quick and healthy turkey burger that I can put on a salad or a bun for a quick lunch.
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Turkey burgers are one of those things that I always want to like, but just kind of fall short on flavor and tend to be dry. With this recipe, Ive bumped up the flavor and the cooking technique leaves the burgers with the perfect outer crust and a juicy, yet fully cooked, center.
To say that Im in love with these Southwestern Turkey Burgers is an understatement. I always try to keep some in the freezer for a quick lunch when I really dont feel like cooking!
Yes, of course! I would skip the egg because the fat in the ground beef will keep them juicy.
Absolutely! I will go over my suggestions for cooking times in various appliances later in the article.
Yes! If you dont like the seasonings Im using in this recipe, simply switch them up for the ones you like. I do recommend adding in some sort of veggie when using ground turkey to give some added moisture and I think it has a better texture. Ill go over some options below.
Of course! Simply double or triple the ingredients and make up as many turkey burgers as you want. You may not need 3 eggs if you are making up a triple batch, so use your judgement as to the wetness of the mixture.
Yes, you can freeze them either cooked or raw. Directions for both are in the post below.
If you are interested in more healthy recipes, I have put several in one place for easy access.
Can I use ground beef instead of turkey?
Yes you can! The cook time is almost the same, unless you like a medium rare burger. In that case just cook it at the same temperature, but for less time.
The beauty of the air fryer is that you have the ability to open the lid during the cooking cycle and flip the burger, as well as check on the progress!
Making Frozen Turkey Burgers in the Air Fryer
Stovetop Cooking
The Southwestern Turkey Burgers will cook up beautifully right on the stove. You can use any type of frying pan, but my first choice would be cast iron. You can easily fit all 6 burgers in this 12″ cast iron pan from Pampered Chef. Its the perfect size for both stovetop and oven cooking!
Simply add a little olive oil or oil of your choice and heat the skillet up over medium high heat. When the skillet is nice and hot, add in your turkey burgers and turn the heat down to medium. Cook on one side for 5 minutes, flip and cook another 5-7 minutes or until the internal temp reaches at least 160℉/71℃. Remove from pan and allow to rest for 5 minutes. This resting time will bring the temp up to 165℉/74℃.
FAQ
How do you make turkey burgers in a ninja Foodi?
- Place the unthawed, frozen burgers in a single layer in the basket.
- Air fry at 350°F/ 176°C for 15 minutes, making sure to flip each patty halfway through, then add your favorite burger seasoning. …
- Once cooked, remove using a spatula and set aside on a plate.
How long does it take to cook turkey burgers in an air fryer?
- Lightly spray the rack with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place 4 turkey patties on a rack, evenly spaced apart.
- Set the air fryer temperature to 400˚F and set the timer to 20 minutes. …
- Stop the air fryer timer at 10 minutes and turn the patties over once. …
- Remove turkey patties from the air fryer.
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