Juicy Turkey Burger Recipe

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This Turkey Burger Recipe will be the juiciest and most delicious burger you will ever make. Even though they can be notoriously dry, I’ve come up with a solution (and a secret ingredient) that keeps these burgers moist and juicy. Not all turkey burger recipes are created equal, and this one reigns supreme.

Ingredient Tips

• My Secret Ingredient: BUTTER! While I use lots of relatively basic ingredients to form my turkey burger patties, the secret really is filling each burger patty with 1/2 tablespoon of butter. It adds flavor and moisture that helps to keep the turkey burgers nice and moist.
• The milk will help the patties stay tender and moist and the egg will hold the patties together.
• Salt, black pepper, and poultry seasoning make this turkey burger recipe delicious! Some people prefer mixing their own seasoning using things like garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder. However. I like the flavor that poultry seasoning lends to the dish. 

How to Make Turkey Burgers

For full recipe details, including ingredients needed and measurements, see the printable recipe card down below.

Pro Tip: If you notice you have wet turkey meat, try decreasing the milk or add in a few plain bread crumbs to make it easier to work with. If the mixture for the turkey burgers is still a little too sticky, do your best to form the burgers and then give them a quick freeze.

Pro Tip: I do not recommend using olive oil or coconut oil in the pan for frying burgers because it can alter the taste significantly. It also prevents the patties from making that slightly crunchy outer shell that we all know and love. A non-flavored non-stick cooking spray is perfect here.

Turkey Burger Topping Ideas

• cheese of course: American, sharp cheddar, colby jack, Swiss, or bleu cheese.
• mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, BBQ sauce, ranch dressing
• lettuce, tomatoes, thinly sliced red onions, dill pickle chips – the usual suspects
• sliced avocado
• sautéed mushrooms
• bacon
• french fried onions
• fried egg

Turkey Burger Storage Instructions

Let the cooked turkey burgers cool to room temperature (no more than 2 hours), then transfer them to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

To reheat, warm in the microwave, oven, or a skillet over medium heat until heated through.

Freezing Uncooked Turkey Patties

You can also freeze your turkey patties to keep them fresh for up to 3 months! Follow the directions up until you form the meat around the butter. After doing this freeze patties in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet (about an hour). Once frozen, transfer patties to an airtight freezer-safe container, separated by pieces of parchment paper. To use, thaw in the fridge overnight then cook as desired.

What to Serve with Turkey Burgers

• Pommes Frites aka homemade French fries
• Air Fryer French Fries
• Kettle Chips Recipe
• Simple Macaroni Salad Recipe
• Potato Salad without Eggs
• Corn on the Barbecue

If you make this recipe, I would really appreciate it if you would give it a star rating and leave your review in the comments! If you have a picture of your finished dish, post it on Instagram using the hashtag #laurenslatest and tagging me @laurens_latest.