Air Fryer Hack: Frozen Turkey Burgers Done Quick

Cooking frozen turkey burgers in an air fryer is a quick and easy way to make a tasty meal. With minimal prep and around 15 minutes of cooking time, you can have juicy burgers that are crispy on the outside. The exact cooking time will depend on the wattage of your air fryer and the thickness of the frozen turkey burger patty, but you can expect it to take between 12 and 18 minutes.

Cooking time and temperature

The cooking time and temperature for frozen turkey burgers in the air fryer will depend on the wattage of your air fryer and the thickness of the frozen turkey burger patty. It should take between 12 and 18 minutes. Turkey burgers should always reach an internal temperature of 165°F before consuming.

Some recommend cooking at 375°F for 15 minutes, while others suggest 360°F for 16-18 minutes. One source suggests cooking at 390°F for 15 minutes, pausing after 10 minutes to flip the burgers, and then cooking for another 5 minutes.

How to prep the burgers

To prep the burgers, first spritz the air fryer basket with oil spray or brush it lightly with olive oil or a neutral cooking oil. Then, place the frozen turkey burger patties in the basket, ensuring they are not overlapping too much and are arranged in a single layer. You can then sprinkle the turkey burgers with salt and ground sage, if desired.

The cooking time for frozen turkey burgers in the air fryer will depend on the wattage of your air fryer and the thickness of the frozen turkey burger patty. It should take between 12-18 minutes, with most sources recommending 15 minutes as a starting point. Turkey burgers should always reach 165F before consuming. You can flip the burgers halfway through the cooking time to ensure they cook evenly.

How to prep the air fryer

To prep the air fryer, spritz the basket with oil spray or brush it lightly with olive oil. Then, place the frozen turkey burgers in the basket in a single layer. Make sure they are not overlapping too much. You can brush the top of the burgers with oil, and sprinkle them with salt and ground sage if you like.

The cooking time will depend on the wattage of your air fryer and the thickness of the frozen turkey burger patty. It should take between 12 and 18 minutes. Turkey burgers should always reach 165F before consuming. You can flip the burgers halfway through cooking to ensure they cook evenly.

When the burgers are almost done, you can spread the buns with butter and toast them on a skillet until golden brown. Top the burgers with sliced cheese, if desired, and return the basket to the air fryer with the air fryer turned off. Let them sit for a minute to melt the cheese. Serve the burgers on the buns with your choice of toppings.

How to serve the burgers

Once your burgers are cooked, it's time to serve them. You can toast your buns on a skillet until they're golden brown, and then add your favourite toppings, sauces and sides. You could also add sliced cheese to your burger and return it to the air fryer for a minute to melt the cheese.

Reheating

The cooking time for frozen turkey burgers in the air fryer will depend on the wattage of your air fryer and the thickness of the frozen turkey burger patty. It should take between 12-17 minutes (15 minutes is where I recommend you start and you can adjust as needed). Turkey burgers should always reach 165F before consuming. No need to defrost, cook from frozen. You will want to remove the turkey burger patties from the air fryer basket and cover them to keep them warm.

Spritz the air fryer basket with oil spray or brush lightly with olive oil. Arrange the frozen turkey burgers in a single layer in the basket. Air fry at 375 degrees for 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.

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