These juicy air fryer turkey burgers cook in just 8 minutes, and I don’t even preheat the air fryer. They’re seasoned simply and don’t need egg or breadcrumbs.
Easy Turkey Burgers Without Egg or Breadcrumbs
I was pleasantly surprised when I made turkey burgers in the air fryer and they came out tender and juicy on the first try.
I decided to keep them simple without fillers or binders, and it works!
We eat these air fryer turkey burgers with the same fixins as regular hamburgers. The flavor is perfect.
Ingredient Notes
See the recipe card below for the exact ingredient amounts.
- Ground turkey: I use 93/7 ground turkey that comes in a flat package because I like the texture. I haven’t used the kind that comes in a tube.
- Seasonings: These turkey burger patties are seasoned simply with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. You can use your favorite seasonings.
How to Air Fry Turkey Burgers
Here’s a quick overview of the steps. Scroll or jump down to the recipe card for complete instructions.
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Place the turkey burger patties in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Air fry for 8 minutes, turning halfway, or until the burgers reach 165°F in the center.
Tips for Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
- Work quickly to season and shape the turkey burger patties so the meat doesn’t get too warm.
- Divide the ground turkey into four equal portions. Each portion should weigh 114 grams.
- Flatten each patty to about 4 inches across.
- Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray and add the patties. Make an indentation in the center of each patty, then lightly spray the tops with cooking spray.
Storage: These cook so quickly that we make only what we’re going to eat and cook the rest fresh later, so I haven’t tested storing or reheating the cooked burgers.
How to Serve Turkey Burgers
Serve these turkey burgers on hamburger buns with your favorite burger toppings. We like lettuce, tomato, onion, ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise.
They’re great with steak fries, onion rings, sweet potatoes, healthy potato salad, or a simple vegetable on the side.
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Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey 93/7
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine the meat, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
- Divide the meat into equal portions and use your hands to shape into four 4-inch patties.
- Spray the inside of the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray and place 2 burger patties in the basket. Using your thumb, make an indentation in the center of each patty, then lightly spray the tops with nonstick cooking spray.
- Air fry at 380°F for 8 minutes, turning halfway, until cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 165°F.
About Mindy
Mindy has been cooking for over 30 years, starting as a young mother who learned how to create delicious meals on a budget. Today, she shares approachable recipes made with everyday ingredients that are easy, affordable, and family-friendly. Her goal is to show that great food doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive.