Air Fryer Turkey Burgers

Juicy air fryer turkey burgers are easy to make and can be enjoyed all year long!

It doesn’t take long to form and cook ground turkey burgers! Serve them up with toasted buns, lettuce, tomato, sliced red onion, and our delicious barbecue sauce.

Air Fryer Turkey Burgers on a bun

Ingredients

I love a great burger (and even more when it’s an easy air fryer burger) and this recipe is no exception!

GROUND TURKEY Choose turkey that’s not labeled extra lean, that extra fat is needed to produce the juiciest finish! Chicken can be used but add some extra olive oil to keep the meat juicy as it cooks.

SEASONING Add a handful of seasonings (try our homemade seasoning salt) with a dash of soy sauce.

BINDER An egg yolk with some breadcrumbs to hold the meat together and you’re good to go!

Our Favorite Air Fryer

Our favorite air fryer is the Cosori 5.8QT. We love how much fits into it, how easy it is to clean and how crisp it makes our recipes.

ingredients in a bowl to make Air Fryer Turkey Burgers

How to Cook Air Fryer Turkey Burgers

Combine all ingredients & form into 4 equal patties. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Brush patties with barbecue sauce (if using) and place the patties in the fryer basket, evenly spaced apart.
Cook for 6 minutes, flip, & cook for another 6 to 8 minutes. The patties should be a little crispy on the outside & evenly browned on both sides.
Serve immediately with toppings & condiments.

Air fryers can vary. The first time you make these, check them a little bit early to ensure they don’t overcook. They should be a little bit browned on the outside with no pink inside and the internal temperature should be 165°F.

brushing sauce on Air Fryer Turkey Burgers

Tricks for Actually Juicy Turkey Burgers

Unlike beef, poultry needs to be cooked to the right temperature for safety, so check the temp with a meat thermometer once the cooking process is done. It should read 165°F (the same goes for ground chicken).
Chilling the burgers first helps them hold their shape and allows the flavors to blend. If you’re in a real rush you can skip this step but be gentle when flipping them.
If you only can get ‘extra lean’ turkey or chicken, add a little bit of fat for best results. A tablespoon of olive oil or some finely chopped bacon are favorites in our regular turkey burgers.
Most importantly do not overcook. I recommend an instant read thermometer! Meat is expensive and this is a minimal investment that ensures the best cook!

Toppings for Turkey Burgers

We have all the best turkey burger toppings! Put a variety of them on a platter or in bowls and let everyone make their own burger masterpieces! Here’s a list of what we like that makes burgers extra special:

Cheese slices: cheddar, swiss, gruyere, Monterey jack
Sliced pepperoncini, jalapenos, or green chiles
Bacon (here’s our air fryer recipe)
Sautéed mushrooms
A fried egg!

Leftovers

Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat them in the air fryer for 3-4 minutes.
Freeze cooked burgers up to 2 months in a zippered bag with the date labeled on the outside.

Ground Turkey Favorites

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Air Fryer Turkey Burgers

Tender, juicy, & so easy to make, these Air Fryer Turkey Burgers are perfect for any day of the week!

Course Air Fryer, turkey

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 17 minutes

Chill Time 30 minutes

Total Time 57 minutes

Servings 4 burgers

Calories 225

Author Holly Nilsson

Ingredients

1 pound ground turkey not extra lean
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 egg yolk
2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
1 teaspoon soy sauce
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
salt & pepper
¼ cup barbecue sauce optional

For Serving

hamburger buns
lettuce tomato, onion

Instructions

Gently combine all ingredients in a bowl.
Form into 4 patties, ½" thick. Using your thumb, create a small indent in the patties. Refrigerate 30 minutes
Preheat air fryer to 350°F.
Brush patties with barbecue sauce if using and place in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook 6 minutes. Flip over and cook an additional 6-8 minutes or until cooked through (165°F).
Serve on buns with desired toppings.

Notes

Poultry must reach 165°F to be safely cooked.

Chilling the burgers first helps them hold their shape and allows the flavors to blend. If you're in a real rush you can skip this step but be gentle when flipping them.

If you only can get 'extra lean' turkey or chicken, add a little bit of fat for best results. A tablespoon of olive oil or some finely chopped bacon are favorites in our regular turkey burgers.

Most importantly do not overcook. I recommend an instant read thermometer! Meat is expensive and this is a minimal investment that ensures the best cook.

Nutrition information does not include buns or toppings.

Nutrition

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Herbed Turkey Stroganoff

Everyone loves a recipe that can be made in one pot, and this turkey stroganoff recipe fits the bill!

I love a classic stroganoff recipe and wanted to create a twist for leftover turkey (or even ground turkey)! Tender meat simmered in a seasoned sour cream sauce is perfect over egg noodles for a hearty meal.

Herbed Turkey Stroganoff in the pan with noodles beside it

One-Pot Perfection!

This quick dish saves time, energy, and kitchen cleanup! It’s a one-dish wonder that everyone loves.
It’s such a versatile dish, perfect for mixing in favorite ingredients, leftover veggies or swapping out turkey for ground turkey or even chicken.
It can be served over rice, potatoes, noodles, or even made on its own.

Herbed Turkey Stroganoff ingredients on a table

Ingredients and Variations

VEGETABLES With just a few veggies like onions and mushrooms add great savory flavor. Fresh mushrooms add rich flavor to the sauce when cooked.

MEAT This recipe can easily make use of leftover turkey either roasted or ground, or even meatballs. Of course, leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken work too.

EGG NOODLES Egg noodles are easy to find, but they are also fun and delicious when hand-made. This is also great over mashed potatoes or rice.

How to Make Turkey Stroganoff

Turkey Stroganoff is as easy to make as 1, 2, 3!

Soften butter in a large skillet, sauté mushrooms with aromatics (onions/garlic). Add add wine and reduce. Remove mixture from skillet.

process of adding ingredients to pan to make Herbed Turkey Stroganoff

Make the sauce in the same skillet by adding chicken broth to a bit of flour and butter.
Stir in remaining ingredients (per the recipe below) plus the mushrooms & simmer.

process of adding sour cream to Herbed Turkey Stroganoff

Remove stroganoff sauce from heat, stir in sour cream. Serve over noodles and enjoy!

Tips & Time Savers

Using leftover cooked turkey (or chicken) makes this recipe a real timesaver.
Canned mushroom soup can be used in place of fresh in a pinch.
When adding the mushrooms back to the sauce, be sure to include including the juices to add flavor!
Remove the sauce from the heat before adding sour cream. Sour cream can curdle if overheated.

close up of Herbed Turkey Stroganoff in a bowl

Reheating Leftovers

Leftover turkey stroganoff will keep in the refrigerator, covered, for about 3 days.
Store the pasta separately and combine once reheated.

Leftover stroganoff can be frozen but freezes best without the sour cream. Sour cream will taste just fine once thawed but the texture can change very slightly.

Delish Leftover Turkey Favorites

Creamy Turkey Casserole – budget-friendly
Turkey Soup
Turkey Chili – the ultimate comfort food
Turkey Salad
Turkey Pot Pie – great for leftovers
Turkey Cranberry Pasta Salad

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Herbed Turkey Stroganoff

Turkey Stroganoff is a rich and creamy one-pot pasta dish that's full of flavor!

Course Dinner, Entree, Main Course, Pasta, turkey

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Servings 4 servings

Calories 417

Author Holly Nilsson