How to cook frozen turkey burgers in the air fryer

Frozen turkey burgers come out tender and juicy, with a lightly crisped exterior. This recipe is so easy and delish. In no time at all, you’ll have hot and ready burgers to dress with all your favorite burger toppings!

Turkey Burgers in Air Fryer

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Best Air Fryer Turkey Burgers

Turkey burgers are lower in saturated fats than regular beef burgers and the air fryer cooks them to juicy perfection every time, whether they come frozen or if they are allowed to thaw.
No grill prep and no sunny days are needed to make this juicy burger recipe.
Even last-minute dinner guests will love a DIY turkey burger bar and the air fryer makes it quick and easy. Get restaurant-worthy buns by toasting them under the broiler first!
Make the air fryer pull double duty and cook these easy turkey burger sides! Air Fryer French Fries, Air Fryer Zucchini Fries, Air Fryer Potato Chips, and for dessert, some sweet Air Fryer Fried Oreos.

Ingredients & Variations

BURGERS: Turkey burgers are lower in fat than other burgers and they can also be found in fat-free versions. The key to keeping them juicy is not to overcook them and top them with delicious spreads and dressings.

SAUCE: Any sauce will do! Brush on any favorite bbq sauce, a spicy chili sauce, or ketchup halfway through the cooking time.

TOPPINGS: What’s a burger without an assortment of toppings? Offer a platter of lettuce leaves, slices of cheese, onions, tomatoes, pickles, and condiments like mayonnaise, mustard, and ketchup.

VARIATION: For stuffed turkey burgers, start with thawed patties and cut halfway through the burger horizontally almost to the other side. Sprinkle in some cheese, onions, or sliced jalapenos, and then air fry per directions.

How to Cook Turkey Burgers in the Air Fryer

Fresh or frozen, the best way to get perfect turkey burger results is to start with a preheated air fryer.

Place the patties in a single layer and cook (per recipe below).
Brush on barbecue sauce and continue cooking.
Make sure burgers reach 165° F.

Tips for Perfectly Juicy Burgers

Since turkey burgers are lower in fat, they can overcook easily. It’s wise to use a meat thermometer to make sure the burgers are cooked all the way, especially if cooking from frozen.

Air Fryer Turkey Burgers are a fast and healthy last-minute dinner! No need to even thaw your frozen turkey burger patties.

AIR FRYER TURKEY BURGER RECIPE

Frozen foods in the air fryer are just better. Something about the way it cooks makes everything crunchier and juicier. Frozen turkey burgers in the air fryer are the best!

I always keep frozen burger patties on hand when I need a meal idea but just can't cook. This is great for a single serving lunch or a weeknight dinner where you don't cave to the takeout cravings!

INGREDIENTS IN AIR FRYER TURKEY BURGERS

Frozen turkey burgers: You can use any brand of turkey burger you love! There's no need to thaw the patties before cooking, either.

If you have any questions, please leave a comment below and I will get back to you.

HOW TO MAKE AIR FRYER TURKEY BURGERS

First, put the frozen turkey burger in the air fryer basket or on your air fryer tray. Don't worry about thawing in advance!
Then, air fry the burgers at 375 degrees F (or 191 degrees C!) for about 15 minutes. Cook time will depend on burger size and air fryer brand, but my turkey burgers are about ½-inch thick.
Flip the burgers halfway through to get them evenly cooked on both sides.
Finally, put your favorite toppings on the burger bun and add your patty. Enjoy!

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the recipe below.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH AIR FRYER TURKEY BURGERS

There's no combination like burgers and fries. It just makes sense. Make the crispiest frozen fries in the air fryer!

If you love steak fries, those are easily doable. Tater tots, too! Be sure to shake the basket a few times while the fries cook.

Just because there's no grill doesn't mean you can't have the cookout sides! Smoked corn on the cob is my favorite because it's fresh, crunchy, and smokey.

HOW LONG DO I COOK A FROZEN TURKEY BURGER IN AN AIR FRYER?

Almost any recipe can be converted to an air fryer recipe!

I tried a few temperatures before settling on 375 degrees F. It's hot enough to give the burger a caramelized outside but not so hot it burns before it's done.

The size of your burger will determine how long it needs to cook, as thicker burgers take longer. Use a meat thermometer to be sure it's at least 165 degrees F before serving — just like chicken!

In my experience, set a timer for about 12 minutes and check on your turkey burgers.

For easy cleanup, line your air fryer basket with parchment paper liners!

IS A TURKEY BURGER HEALTHIER THAN A HAMBURGER?

Beef and turkey both have plenty of nutrients to offer. But is a turkey burger healthier than a hamburger?

Ground beef is packed with iron, zinc, and Vitamin B12. Turkey, however, has higher amounts of other B vitamins that promote a higher metabolism.

Turkey is lower in both saturated fat and calories than beef, but otherwise, it has a lot of similar nutritional information for protein and sodium.

Personally, I prefer white meats, and ground turkey is so close to ground beef, I choose turkey burgers every time!

This recipe was made in a Cosori Air Fryer with a Basket. The recipe should work in other air fryers.

Keep in mind that each air fryer runs differently, it is important to check your food often.

If you have a Cuisinart Air Fryer Oven or a Ninja Basket Air Fryer, both of these units seem to run "hotter" than most air fryers. That means you will need to LESSEN the cook time.

MORE YUMMY AIR FRYER RECIPES

Make some Meatless Monday burgers with these air fryer portobello mushrooms. They're super fast and great on a bun or perfectly plain.

Chicken tenders are a staple in my house, and they're so easy to make at home! Make them super crispy in just 30 minutes with an air fryer.

Mexican night is so easy and everyone can usually agree on quesadillas in the air fryer. These super gooey tortillas are filled with chicken, steak, veggies, or nothing but cheese!

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Air Fryer Turkey Burgers

Frozen turkey burgers are so fast and juicy in the air fryer! Make your favorite brand in record time for a lower calorie burger patty.

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time12 mins

Total Time17 mins

Course: Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Diet: Low Calorie, Low Fat

Keyword: frozen turkey burger in the air fryer, turkey burger

Servings: 4 people

Calories: 243kcal

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Air fryer

Ingredients

4 frozen turkey burgers still frozen

Instructions

Remove turkey burgers from the freezer and place into air fryer basket or on air fryer tray.
Air fry at 375 degrees F (191 degrees C) for 12 to 15 minutes. Cook time will vary depending on turkey burger brand, size, and air fryer model.
Flip the turkey burgers about halfway through. The burgers are done when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.

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Notes

Pro Tip: This recipe can be made in the air fryer unit with a basket or the air fryer oven. If you are using the air fryer oven, use the middle rack and select the "Air Fry" function.

Nutrition

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Air Fryers can vary greatly. Please take the time to learn your specific air fryer. You may need to adjust times and temperatures based upon your air fryer. All though this website attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, the information should only be considered an estimate. Varying factors such as different product types, different brands, etc. can change nutritional information. It is your responsibility as a consumer to read all labels to make sure the ingredients fit your dietary needs as well as calculate your own nutritional information as a double check.

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What temperature do you cook frozen turkey burgers in the air fryer?

Arrange the frozen turkey burgers in a single layer in the basket. Air fry at 375 degrees for 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.

Can I put frozen turkey burger in Airfryer?

frozen turkey patties: Air Fry at 380°F/193°C for a total of about 13-18 minutes. After the first 10 minutes flip the patties and continue Air Frying at 380°F/193°C for another 3-8 minutes or until it's cooked to your preferred doneness. The internal temperature should be 165°F/74°C.

How long do you cook turkey burgers in air fryer?

INSTRUCTIONS. 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.

What is the best way to cook frozen turkey burgers?

Lightly spray or brush both sides of FROZEN turkey burgers with oil and place on grill about 4-inch above heat. Grill burgers 8 minutes on one side. Turn and grill other side 7 minutes or until done and a meat thermometer inserted in center of burger registers 165°F.