These juicy homemade turkey burgers are packed with savory flavor and come together quickly for an easy weeknight dinner or backyard cookout.
Made with simple ingredients like fresh parsley, onion, garlic, and seasoned bread crumbs, these burgers stay tender and delicious without being dry.
Whether you grill them outdoors, cook them in a skillet, or bake them in the oven, these turkey burgers are a lighter alternative to classic beef burgers while still delivering big flavor.
They also freeze beautifully, making them perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, or even shaping into meatballs or mini sliders.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 12 burgers
Yield: 12 burgers
Ingredients
- 3 pounds ground turkey
- 1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup finely diced onion
- 2 egg whites, lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients before starting.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, seasoned bread crumbs, diced onion, egg whites, parsley, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until everything is evenly incorporated, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions and shape each into a burger patty.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and lightly grease if needed. Cook the turkey burgers for about 6 to 8 minutes per side, turning once, until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 180 degrees F (85 degrees C).
- Serve hot on toasted buns with your favorite toppings and sides.
Chefs Notes
- For extra moisture, avoid pressing down on the burgers while cooking.
- These patties can also be grilled, baked, or air-fried with excellent results.
- Add shredded cheese, chopped spinach, or diced peppers to customize the flavor.
- The mixture works wonderfully for turkey meatballs or turkey meatloaf as well.
- Freeze uncooked patties between sheets of parchment paper for quick future meals.