Incredibly Juicy Turkey Burgers Recipe
These incredibly juicy turkey burgers are packed with flavor thanks to a blend of spices, fresh parsley, and a touch of mayonnaise and Dijon mustard to keep them moist. Perfectly seasoned and pan-fried to golden perfection, these turkey burgers make a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional beef burgers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 burgers 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey thighs (93% lean)
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
For Cooking
- 4 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, thoroughly mix the ground turkey, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and chopped parsley to evenly distribute all the flavors.
- Form Patties: With moist hands to prevent sticking, shape the mixture into four equal patties approximately 1/2-inch thick, ensuring they are uniform for even cooking.
- Heat Oil: Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to ensure the burgers sizzle immediately upon contact and develop a crisp, golden crust.
- Cook Patties: Place the patties in the heated skillet and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown on the outside and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), ensuring safety and juiciness.
- Serve: Remove the burgers from the skillet and serve immediately while hot, ideal for assembling into buns or serving alongside your favorite sides.
Notes
- Using ground turkey thighs rather than breast meat provides more fat content, which helps keep the burgers juicy.
- Moistening your hands before forming the patties prevents the meat from sticking and helps create a smooth texture.
- Cooking on medium heat ensures the burgers cook evenly without burning the exterior.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure the turkey is fully cooked.
- These burgers can be paired with whole grain buns and fresh toppings for a balanced meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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