Flame-Grilled Juicy Turkey Burgers
Tender, seasoned ground turkey patties grilled juicy over flame without falling through the grates.
grill Timer
Set for 10 mins @ 400°F (204°C) Medium-High
Ingredients
Base recipe calibrated for 4 adults.
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Get to the Point Execution
Mix 1.3 lbs 93/7 ground turkey with Worcestershire, garlic powder, onion powder, olive oil, and breadcrumbs.
Form into 4 patties and press a 1/2-inch thumbprint indentation in the center of each.
Grill on well-oiled grates at 400°F for 5 minutes per side until internal temp hits 165°F.
Top with cheddar cheese in the last minute of cooking, then serve on toasted brioche buns.
Step-by-Step Guided Instructions
In a medium bowl, gently mix 1.3 lbs (93/7 lean) ground turkey, 2 tbsp panko breadcrumbs, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Adding 1 tbsp olive oil and breadcrumbs replaces lost fat in lean poultry and holds burger juices inside.
Divide meat into 4 equal balls and shape into 1/2-inch thick patties. Press a shallow thumbprint dimple into the center of each patty. Chill in the fridge for 10 minutes.
Chilling firms up the fat so patties hold their shape on the hot grill without sticking or tearing.
Oil clean grill grates thoroughly. Place patties over direct 400°F heat. Grill for 5 minutes undisturbed until edges turn opaque, then flip with a wide spatula and grill 4-5 minutes more.
Never press down on turkey patties with your spatula; that squeezes all internal moisture into the coals.
Lay cheddar cheese slices over each patty during the final 60 seconds and close the grill lid to melt. Toast split burger buns on the outer cooler grill grates for 1 minute.
Closing the lid traps convection heat to melt cheese rapidly without overcooking the meat.
Slather buns with a quick chipotle mayo (1/4 cup mayo + 1 tsp chipotle adobo sauce) for steakhouse flavor.
Serve with ketchup, mild pickles, and American cheese.
- Sweet potato fries
- Crispy green beans
- Creamy coleslaw
Reheat patties in a covered skillet over medium-low heat with 1 tbsp water for 3 minutes.