Easy Skillet Turkey Burgers
Four turkey patties seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, cooked in olive oil.
Ingredients
For the turkey patties
- 1 pound ground turkey thawed and kept cold; around 93% lean is suitable
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Adds flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Enhances taste.
- 1 teaspoon paprika Gives a mild kick.
- Salt and pepper to taste To season the mixture.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking.
- 4 Burger buns for serving; optional if serving patties without buns
- Lettuce, tomato, and your choice of toppings To customize the burgers.
Instructions
- Combine the cold turkey gently with both powdered aromatics, paprika, and seasoning. Avoid heavy kneading.
- Portion the pound into four patties of roughly equal 1/2-inch thickness.
- Heat the tablespoon olive oil in a roomy skillet at medium heat. Fry patties about 5–6 minutes on each side; adjust heat to avoid scorching.
- Insert a thermometer from the side and confirm 165°F in every center. Continue cooking any cooler patty.
- Transfer to a clean serving plate and build burgers with buns and prepared toppings.
Notes
Make four similarly sized patties and confirm 165°F in each. Cooking oil goes in the skillet; buns and toppings are separate serving choices.