Let me tell you about my turkey burger obsession! It all started when my doctor told me to cut back on red meat. I groaned at the thought of dry, boring turkey patties – until I cracked the code for keeping them juicy and flavorful. After dozens of experiments (some delicious, some hockey puck disasters), I perfected this easy turkey burger recipe that’s become my weeknight hero.
Trust me, these aren’t those sad, crumbly turkey burgers you’ve suffered through before. The secret’s in the simple seasonings and that magic egg-breadcrumb combo that locks in moisture. My kids actually cheer when I make these now – and that’s saying something coming from a house full of beef burger fanatics!
Why You’ll Love These Turkey Burgers
These turkey burgers are my go-to for so many reasons – let me count the ways:
- Juicy every time: No more dry hockey pucks! The egg and breadcrumbs work magic to keep these patties moist.
- Weeknight easy: From bowl to bun in under 30 minutes – perfect for those “what’s for dinner?” panic moments.
- Healthier but still delicious: All the burger satisfaction with less fat than beef, but packed with flavor from garlic and onion.
- Kid-approved: My picky eaters devour these – especially when I let them add their own crazy toppings.
Ingredients for Turkey Burgers
Here’s everything you’ll need to make my favorite turkey burgers – and yes, these exact measurements matter! I learned the hard way that eyeballing it leads to sad, crumbly patties:
- 1 pound ground turkey (93% lean works best)
- 1 large egg (room temperature is ideal)
- 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs (panko works great too)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (not garlic salt!)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
That’s it! Simple pantry staples come together for something magical. Pro tip: measure everything before you start mixing – it makes the process so much smoother.
How to Make Turkey Burgers
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