Turkey Burger Recipe

Name: Royal Barbecue Pizzas Turkey Burger Recipe
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.75 lb frozen turkey burger patties; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper; 1 tbs neutral oil (vegetable or canola); 4 each burger buns (preferably sesame or brioche); 0.5 cups mayonnaise; 4 each lettuce leaves (iceberg or romaine); 1 each tomato; 0.5 each red or yellow onion; 8 slices dill sandwich pickles (sliced); 1 tbs butter (softened) for toasting buns

Inspired by Royal Barbecue Pizza

Time30m

Serves4

1¾ lb frozen patty with mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles.

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Ingredients

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Turkey Burger Patties

1 3/4 lb frozen turkey burger patties

1/2 tsp Celtic sea salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1 tbs neutral oil (vegetable or canola)

Buns & Spread

4 each burger buns (preferably sesame or brioche)

1/2 cups Mayonnaise

Toppings

4 each lettuce leaves (iceberg or romaine)

1 each tomato

1/2 each red or yellow onion

8 slices dill sandwich pickles (sliced)

Optional Finishing

1 tbs butter (softened) for toasting buns

Method

Turkey Burger Patties

Thawing (if needed)

If the patties are frozen solid and time permits, transfer them to the refrigerator 12–24 hours before cooking to thaw. If cooking from partly frozen or fully frozen, increase cooking time as noted below.

Preheat a skillet or nonstick pan over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon neutral oil and swirl to coat.

Season each side of the patties lightly with salt and black pepper just before placing in the pan.

Place patties in the hot pan without crowding. For thawed patties (recommended): cook 4–5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). For frozen patties: cook 6–8 minutes per side, cover the pan for part of the time to promote even heating and ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Avoid pressing down on the patties to keep them juicy.

When patties reach 160°F (71°C), you can reduce heat slightly to avoid over-browning; remove when they read 165°F (74°C) in the center. Transfer cooked patties to a plate and tent loosely with foil to rest for 3–5 minutes.

Buns & Spread

Split the buns and spread about 1 tablespoon (roughly 1/8 cup total per bun pair) of mayonnaise on the cut side of each bun. If you prefer less mayo, adjust to taste.

Optional — Toasting: Heat a separate skillet over medium heat or use the same pan after removing patties. Spread softened butter on the cut sides of the buns and toast cut-side down 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.

Toppings

While the patties rest, prepare toppings: Rinse and dry lettuce leaves. Slice the tomato into 1/4-inch thick rounds (about 3–4 slices from a medium tomato). Slice the onion thinly into rings and separate into individual rings. Have pickle slices ready.

Assemble each burger: Place bottom bun on a plate, add a lettuce leaf, place the turkey patty on top, add 1–2 tomato slices, 2–3 onion rings (or to taste), and 2 pickle slices. Spread additional mayonnaise on the top bun if desired and close the burger.

Serving

Serve immediately while the patty is warm. Optionally serve with fries, chips, or a simple salad.

Store any leftover cooked patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or oven to avoid drying out.