These air fryer turkey burgers are incredibly tender and juicy inside, with a crispy, golden crust on the outside. They are lean and healthy, and packed with flavor. This recipe uses some secret ingredients to keep the turkey patties extra juicy and full of flavor. Say goodbye to dry, boring turkey burgers!
Ingredients Optional (For Extra Juicy Burgers) – ½ cup chicken broth – ½ pouch of unflavored gelatin (about 1-¼ teaspoons) – 1 pound ground turkey (85/15) – 1 teaspoon fine salt – 1 teaspoon ground black pepper – 1 teaspoon paprika – ½ teaspoon dried oregano – ½ teaspoon dried thyme – 1 teaspoon garlic powder – 1 teaspoon onion powder – 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce – ¼ cup plain breadcrumbs – ¼ cup apple sauce
Mix the ground turkey, seasoning, apple sauce, breadcrumbs, and Worcestershire sauce.
Strain the chicken stock gelatin through a mesh strainer.
Mix the small granules of chicken stock gelatin with the turkey burger mixture.
Form the turkey burgers into four equally sized patties and line them with parchment paper. Cool them in the fridge or freezer.
Cook in the air fryer at 360°F for 8-10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
Cooking these turkey burgers in the air fryer gives them a gloriously crispy exterior and keeps them super tender and moist. And you honestly can’t beat the quick cook time if you’re trying to get dinner on the table during a busy weeknight!