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Air Fryer Turkey Burgers

Published: Feb 14, 2023 by Claire · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 2 Comments

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Enjoy these delicious juicy air fryer turkey burgers as a fun family dinner! So quick and easy to make, they come together in less than 30 minutes.

turkey burger in a bun with lettuce, onion and carrot on brown paper with a toothpick in it.

These air fryer ground turkey burgers are packed with flavor from herbs and spice, and so decadently juicy! Perfect for a healthy comfort food dinner as I like to call it, they are high protein, low carb, very delicious and far better than take-out.

Love all things air fryer? Do have a peek at my air fried boneless chicken thighs and air fryer frozen cod for another day, and perhaps you would like my air fryer spiced pears for dessert!

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  • ⭐ Why this recipe is so good
  • 🍔 Ingredients
  • 📖 Swaps and variations
  • 🔪 Step by step instructions
  • 💭 Recipe tips and notes
  • 📋 Frequently asked questions
  • 🍽 How to serve turkey burgers
  • 🥣 More tasty turkey recipes
  • 📖 Recipe
  • 💬 Comments

⭐ Why this recipe is so good

Healthy burger idea. Turkey burgers are a fun alternative to those made with ground beef or chicken, and can be made year-round. Don't save turkey for the holidays!

Family comfort food. Everyone will love these air fried turkey burgers and they can be served in buns or lettuce wraps.

Quick and easy to make. The beauty of the air fryer is just how quick cooking your burgers is, easy clean up and no need to turn the oven on!

🍔 Ingredients

individually labelled ingredients to make air fryer turkey burger including ground turkey, panko, herbs and egg.

All the ingredients and their quantities are set out in the recipe card below.

Some notes on a few of them:

  • Turkey - you want to use ground turkey for this recipe, also known as turkey mince.
  • Onion and celery - be sure to mince or very finely dice so that you have a little crunch, but not too much.
  • Garlic - I suggest using garlic powder, and of course add a pinch more if you're a garlic lover!

📖 Swaps and variations

Swap the herbs. You can choose those you like the best, including dried parsley or basil.

Swap panko for gluten free breadcrumbs. For a gluten free turkey burger use suitable breadcrumbs instead.

Use burger buns or lettuce wraps. For a lower carb option you can use lettuce wraps.

🔪 Step by step instructions

All the instructions are in the recipe card below, but these photos should help guide you.

Making these air fryer turkey burgers is very simple, with just a few steps.

ground turkey, egg yolk and herbs in a glass bowl labelled number one.
ground turkey in a glass bowl labelled number two.

Step 1

Prepare the turkey burger patties. Add all the ingredients to a large bowl and use your hands or spoon to combine. Be sure to mix well to distribute the egg, panko and herbs evenly through the ground turkey (image 1 & 2).

turkey patty being held labelled number three.
turkey burger patties in an air fryer basket labelled number four.

Step 2

Prepare the patties. Divide the turkey burger mixture into either three larger patties or four smaller patties (image 3).

Step 3

Air fry the turkey burgers. After preheating the air fryer and spraying the basket with olive oil spray, place the burger patties in the basket with space between them (image 4).

Air fry for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway through. Cook time will vary depending upon the thickness of the patties and how hot your air fryer runs.

Be sure to check for an internal temperature of 165F at their deepest point. Air fry for longer, if required.

💭 Recipe tips and notes

  • Be sure to combine the ingredients so the egg, panko breadcrumbs and herbs are distributed evenly through the patties.
  • Don't overwork the turkey burger ingredients when forming patties as this can result in overly tough burgers.
  • Use tongs to (carefully!) flip the burgers - they will be very hot so don't use fingers!
  • Adjust the amount of herbs and spice to taste preference.
  • For a lower carb dinner, I suggest using lettuce wraps rather than buns.
  • My low histamine readers may prefer to grind their own turkey. This tutorial on grinding your own meat is helpful.

📋 Frequently asked questions

How long to cook turkey burgers in an air fryer?

The cook time is typically between 10-15 minutes. It will vary slightly depending upon the thickness of the patties and the model of your air fryer. Thicker patties will take a few more minutes to cook. Always check for an internal temperature of 165F at the deepest point of the burgers to know they are cooked through.

Are these air fryer ground turkey burgers low carb?

Yes, the patties themselves are low carb and high protein.

Can I leave out the onion and celery?

These can easily be left out, but do provide flavor. You may like to add a pinch more herbs.

Are these turkey burgers gluten free?

They aren't gluten free as we use panko breadcrumbs. You can use gluten free breadcrumbs as a swap.

Can you freeze these air fryer turkey burgers?

Yes, they can easily be frozen. Wait for them to cook then freeze in a tupperware or freezer safe bag.

🍽 How to serve turkey burgers

Let's talk about the tasty sides we can have with these turkey burgers!

  • Pick from healthy salads such as my easy mango slaw, radish slaw, roast vegetable pasta salad or my cucumber beet salad.
  • Want an all-air fryer dinner? My air fryer broccoli and cauliflower, air fried frozen Brussels sprouts, air fryer mini peppers and air fryer bok choy are perfect as tasty vegetable sides.
  • Going for a comfort food dinner? Choose from potato fries or wedges, or my air fryer sweet potato wedges as a side.
close up of a turkey burger in a bun with lettuce, onion and grated carrot on brown paper.

🥣 More tasty turkey recipes

Find so many healthy turkey recipes, including my popular turkey rissoles and turmeric turkey breast fillets. Some recent recipes to try out:

  • turkey sweet potato hash on a white platter on a grey striped cloth.
    Easy Turkey Sweet Potato Hash
  • turkey cranberry cream cheese sandwich on a wooden board next to an apple with a jar of cranberry sauce in the background.
    Turkey Cranberry Cream Cheese Sandwich
  • turkey stuffed sweet potato on a white plate next to arugula with a jar of tahini in the background.
    Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
  • turkey rissoles on parchment paper on a wooden board next to garlic cloves and fresh herbs.
    Easy Turkey Rissoles

I'm always in the kitchen, so come join me on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest to be the first to hear of new recipes! And I love to hear from you - so please do leave a star rating ⭐⭐⭐ and comment if you've tried the recipe!

📖 Recipe

turkey burger in a bun with lettuce, onion and carrot on brown paper with a toothpick in it.

Air Fryer Turkey Burgers

Claire
Enjoy these air fried turkey burgers as a fun healthy comfort food dinner idea with all the family. Easy to make, they come together fast and are so juicy! Makes 3 large patties or 4 smaller patties.
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Prep Time 12 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 27 minutes mins
Course Dinner
Cuisine American, British
Servings 3 servings
Calories 229 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Meat thermometer
  • Tongs

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • ¼ onion grated
  • ⅓ celery stick finely diced
  • 1 egg yolk
  • ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika*
  • pinch salt
  • pinch black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer at 375F / 190C for 3 minutes.
  • Combine all the ingredients with a spoon or hands so they are mixed together. Form into 3 large turkey patties or 4 smaller patties.
  • Spray the air basket with olive oil spray. Place the turkey burger patties in the basket with some space between them.
  • Air fry the turkey burgers for 10-15 minutes at 375C / 190C, using tongs to flip halfway through the cook time. Larger, thicker patties may need a few minutes. Check that the patties have an internal temperature of 165F at their deepest part with a meat thermometer. Air fry longer if required.
  • Serve the turkey burgers in either buns or lettuce wraps with salads of your choice.

Notes

*can be swapped for ½ teaspoon paprika. My low histamine readers will likely want to use sweet paprika.
  • Be sure to combine the ingredients so the egg, panko breadcrumbs and herbs are distributed evenly through the patties.
  • Don't overwork the turkey burger ingredients when forming patties as this can result in overly tough burgers.
  • Use tongs to (carefully!) flip the burgers - they will be very hot so don't use fingers!
  • Cook time will vary slightly depending upon the thickness of the turkey burger patties and the model of your air fryer. Be sure to check for an internal temperature of 165F.
  • Adjust the amount of herbs and spice to taste preference.
  • Use lettuce wraps rather than buns for a lower carb option.
  • Nutritional information is auto-generated and should be considered to be an estimate.
 
Swiss Interest Group Histamine Intolerance
All ingredients score 0 on the SIGHI list, with the exception of:
  • white onion scores 0, so you may wish to use this rather than regular brown onion.
  • garlic and panko (wheat), which score 1, with wheat having a ? as a liberator.
  • black pepper, which scores 2.

Nutrition

Calories: 229kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 38gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 148mgSodium: 118mgPotassium: 506mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 479IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 2mg
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Comments

  1. Marlene says

    February 16, 2024 at 12:11 am

    On the turkey burger recipe, I can’t have eggs. What would you suggest in place of it?

    Reply
    • Claire says

      February 16, 2024 at 1:06 pm

      I've only tried it with egg yolk, but a flax egg may work well!

      Reply

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Hi, I’m Claire. After a diagnosis of MCAS I began to follow a low histamine diet, which has helped me manage my symptoms. Here I hope to show that a restrictive diet can still be full of flavourful meals, and help you enjoy being creative in the kitchen.

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