Want a better burger? How about giving these ridiculously delicious, juicy grilled turkey burgers a try! So juicy and flavorful you'll be bbq'ing them every chance you get! Top them with this Smashburger Sauce Recipe, Tomato Relish or Refrigerator Pickles for even more flavor!
If you're still hungry for great bbq, this is one of my favorite Tri Tip recipes!
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Why you'll love this recipe
I know you might think that a delicious turkey burger is a misnomer, but I'm here to tell you that's simply not true! This is the BEST ground turkey burgers I've ever had!
✔️ Moist and flavorful.
✔️ A healthier choice.
✔️ You won't believe how good these are!
So they CAN be tender and juicy! Follow this recipe for the best grilled turkey burgers ever!
Ingredients
For the exact measurements, please refer to the recipe card at the bottom of this post. You'll only need a handful of simple ingredients to make these delicious burgers!
- lean ground turkey or chicken - either will work for this recipe!
- onion - well minced
- mayonnaise - it's the secret ingredient and so important in this recipe! It adds much needed fat for flavor.
- bread crumbs for binder
- Parmesan or Romano cheese
- Worcestershire sauce - use soy sauce if a substitution is needed
- Montreal Steak Seasoning - store bought or homemade, either works! You can use turkey burger seasoning, it's filled with garlic powder, onion powder and poultry seasoning, but I really prefer the Montreal Seasoning. It's spot on for this recipe.
If you're serving these as burgers, you'll need buns and all your favorite burger toppings: lettuce, tomato, sliced red onion, pickles, mustard, ketchup and mustard!
Instructions
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!
- Measure out the ingredients and put everything in a large bowl.
- Lightly mix it together. Separating the meat mixture into four portions helps you keep the patties uniform in size.
- Form into turkey patties and refrigerate covered with plastic wrap.
- Grill until completely cooked and finish with your favorite toppings!
These can be cooked on your outdoor grill, on the stovetop with a grill pan or simply using a fry pan.
Oven fried instructions
- Cook them in the oven by preheating the oven to 375.
- Place in a large skillet, once you have a nice golden crust, flip and place the pan in the oven for 8-10 minutes.
- Check to ensure they are completely cooked prior to serving.
FAQ
They really don't shrink because unlike beef patties, the fat content is much less.
No, but you'll want to make sure they are cooked to 165 degrees. Use an instant read meat thermometer to ensure they are completely cooked.
Yes, you'll need a binder or the patties will crumble. This recipe uses mayonnaise and bread crumbs.
Breadcrumbs actually help keep the patties from falling apart and make them more tender! Don't skip them!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best turkey burger recipe! I make them once a week!
Dana
Tips
Keep the turkey burger patty cold before slapping on the grill and flip them as few times as possible. This will help keep the meat tender and juicy!
Don't over-mix the meat, it will make the burgers tough.
Allow the cooked patties to rest about five minutes before eating.
Click here to learn how to make hamburger patties. Get all the tips and tricks!
Variations
- If you don't want (or don't have!) any breadcrumbs, there are several substitutions you can use; crushed pretzels, cornflakes or Rice Krispies (really any type of sugarless cereal). You can also use rolled oats.
- No mayonnaise, use an egg. If you have an egg allergy, You can leave out or substitute with chia seeds. Use one tablespoon chia seeds, add 3 tablespoons water. Once it turns into a gel, mix it as directed.
- Make healthy turkey burgers by ditching the burger bun and make lettuce wraps instead!
- Turn these into Southwest Turkey Burgers by topping with an avocado mash - delicious!
- Swap out the ground turkey for lean ground beef.
Storage
Got leftover juicy grilled burgers? Lucky you! Allow them to cool completely, wrap well and refrigerate or store in an airtight container. Save them for a sandwich for lunch - they are delicious cold as well! Reheat in a frying pan or even in the microwave.
Wrapped well leftovers can be frozen for up to 3 months, enjoy!
Related Recipes
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- If you love this recipe be sure and try Kimchi Burger Recipe with Spicy Mayo - it's a hearty burger filled with beef and sausage and topped with pickled cabbage. It's really the best combination.
- Grilled Shrimp Kabobs are a super easy weeknight meal!
- For my vegan and vegetarian friends give this Nut Burger Recipe a try! It's filled with big meaty taste from cashews, sunflower seeds, walnuts and almonds. A high speed blender is required to really pulverize the nuts. This is one tasty meal!
- If it's raining, bring the party indoors and learn how to cook frozen burgers in the oven here. Speaking of oven baked... be sure to try this recipe for Lipton Onion Soup Burgers!
- Here's one more to enjoy! This Portobello Mushroom Sandwich is a meal we enjoyed in Hawaii. It's dripping in BBQ sauce and topped with a tasty slaw. YUMMY!
Serving suggestions
- If you want to take these homemade grilled turkey burgers slather them with homemade plum bbq sauce - outstanding!
- Mom's Deviled Egg Potato Salad Recipe - this old fashioned recipe has been in my family forever.
- Burger and fries go together like peas and carrots, right? I love me some sweet potato fries! This recipe has step by step instructions to make sure you get a crispy fry - yum!
- Vegetable foil packets in the oven or on the grill - either way works! Prepare your favorite veggies and wrap them in foil. Everyone gets their own packet. Who wouldn't love that?!!
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Juicy Turkey Burger Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey you can use ground turkey or chicken
- ¼ cup onion finely minced
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup bread crumbs
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Montreal Steak Seasoning
- Burger fixin's as desired! Buns, sliced pickles, tomatoes and onions.
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Instructions
- Measure out the ingredients and put everything in a large bowl.
- Lightly mix it together. Separating the turkey burger mixture into four portions helps you keep the patties uniform in size.
- Form into burger patties and refrigerate covered with plastic wrap for at least 15 minutes to firm up the meat.
- Grill turkey burgers over medium heat, flipping every 3-4 minutes. Check to make sure they are completely cooked with an instant read thermometer (165 degrees).
- Serve with your favorite fixin's and enjoy!
Courtney
I keep coming back over and over! I’ve made these at least 6 times. Delicious! My burger-loving husband can’t get enough.
Bowl Me Over
That's awesome Courtney, glad this recipe is a hit! I have to agree, this recipe is SO GOOD!!! Thanks for supporting the blog!
Dana
Best turkey burger recipe! I make them once a week! I’ll be trying the ground chicken soon. One quick question… since this recipe is one of my favorites… would it be weird to use ground beef??
Bowl Me Over
Seriously, it's so good! I get it 😋 Now regarding the ground beef? I'm sure it would be good. As fabulous as the turkey? I'm not sure, but it's definitely worth a try - let me know what you think! Enjoy!!
Helen
Great recipe. Very well seasoned. Will make this burger again.
Bowl Me Over
Thanks Helen, I think this is just best turkey burger recipe. I'm so glad you enjoyed it!