Turkey Burger with Cheese and Pickles (Printable)
Flavorful ground turkey patties topped with melted cheese and crisp pickles on toasted buns. Light, protein-rich, and ready in 27 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Turkey Patties
01 - 1.1 lbs ground turkey
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 garlic clove, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
05 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
→ Toppings
09 - 4 slices cheddar cheese
10 - 8 to 12 pickle slices
11 - 4 lettuce leaves
12 - 4 tomato slices, optional
13 - 4 burger buns, split and toasted
→ Burger Assembly
14 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, optional
15 - 2 tablespoons ketchup, optional
# Steps:
01 - In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until just combined. Divide into 4 equal portions and shape into patties slightly larger than the buns.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Add turkey patties and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side until cooked through, with an internal temperature of 165°F.
03 - During the last minute of cooking, place one slice of cheese on each patty and cover the pan to allow the cheese to melt completely.
04 - Toast burger buns until golden brown.
05 - Spread mayonnaise and ketchup on the bottom bun halves if desired. Layer lettuce, then the turkey patty with melted cheese, followed by tomato and pickle slices. Top with remaining bun halves.
06 - Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The Worcestershire sauce and Dijon create this incredible savory depth that'll make you forget you're eating turkey instead of beef.
- You can have these on the table in under 30 minutes, perfect for those evenings when you're craving something satisfying but don't have the energy for anything complicated.
02 -
- Adding a panade (bread soaked in milk) to the turkey mixture can prevent the patties from becoming tough, something I discovered after serving hockey pucks to dinner guests.
- Letting the patties rest for about 5 minutes before cooking helps them hold together better on the grill or pan.
03 -
- Create a small indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb before cooking to prevent the burger from puffing up in the middle.
- If grilling instead of pan-cooking, brush the patties lightly with oil before putting them on the grill to prevent sticking and help develop a better crust.