Looking for an easy homemade turkey burgers in the oven? This simple kid-friendly baked turkey burger is flavor-packed with lean ground turkey, parmesan cheese, and sneaks in some chopped spinach for an extra nutrient boost! Gluten-free.
Baked turkey burgers are an overall great kid-approved dinner meal. Served with a bun and garnished with burger toppings, kids love taking a bite into a juicy burger.
Do you prefer beef burgers? Simply swap the ground turkey with ground beef or try our Cheese Stuffed Burgers as a tasty alternative!
Baking turkey burgers in the oven will become your favorite way to prepare burgers – no flipping of burgers on a grill or stovetop is required! Simply form the patties, place them on a baking sheet, and let the oven do the rest of the work. If you’re wondering how long to cook turkey burgers in the oven, you’ll be happy to know it only takes 20 minutes!
An extra bonus? Line the baking pan with tin foil. Then you just need to toss the foil afterward and put the pan away – no mess!
To get started, gather the equipment and ingredients then follow the written instructions or use the printable recipe card below.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 3 tablespoons bread crumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons shredded fresh parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon pickle relish
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup finely chopped spinach optional
- 4 brioche buns
- toppings of choice such as lettuce, pickles, and tomatoes
How To Make Baked Turkey Burgers In Oven
To start, preheat your oven to 400°F and take a moment to prepare your baking pan for easy cleanup by lining it with tin foil. This simple step will save you time and effort later.
Now, it’s time to combine the delicious ingredients for your turkey burgers. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, bring together 1 pound of lean ground turkey, 3 tablespoons of gluten-free bread crumbs, 1 large egg, 2 tablespoons of shredded fresh parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon of pickle relish, 1/2 teaspoon each of onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper. Don’t forget to add 1/4 cup of finely chopped spinach to enhance both flavor and nutritional value. With your hands, mix the ingredients thoroughly until everything is well combined.
Once your mixture is ready, it’s time to shape the turkey patties. Using your hands, divide the meat into four equal portions and form them into patties. Be sure to gently push the center of each patty in a little to prevent them from becoming too mounded as they cook. Place the formed patties onto the prepared baking pan, ensuring they are evenly spaced for even cooking.
Now, it’s time to bake the turkey burgers. Pop them into the preheated oven and let them cook for approximately 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches a safe 165°F. This ensures that the burgers are thoroughly cooked and safe to eat.
Serve the hot turkey burgers on buns and top them with your favorite garnishes. Whether it’s fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocados, or any other toppings you love, let your creativity shine.
How to Make Turkey Sliders
Divide the seasoned meat mixture into 8 portions, creating smaller patties perfect for sliders. Preheat the oven to 400°F, bake the mini patties for about 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Place each mini patty on a slider bun and add your favorite toppings. Serve these turkey sliders at your next gathering for a miniaturized and flavorful twist on classic burgers.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Seasoning Variation: Feel free to experiment with the seasonings to suit your taste. You can add herbs like basil or oregano for extra flavor, or a touch of cayenne pepper for some heat.
- Use Fresh Spinach: Fresh spinach is recommended for better texture and taste. Ensure it’s finely chopped so that it integrates well into the burger mixture.
- Don’t Overmix: When combining the ingredients, mix just until everything is incorporated. Overmixing can make the burgers tough, so be gentle when combining the ingredients.
- Bun Selection: Choose your favorite type of buns – whole wheat, brioche, or gluten-free, depending on your dietary preferences. You can also consider using lettuce wraps or portobello mushroom caps for a low-carb option.
- Cheese Options: Add a slice of your preferred cheese to the turkey burgers during the last few minutes of baking for a melty, gooey addition.
- Burger Toppings: Get creative with toppings like avocado slices, sautéed mushrooms, caramelized onions, or bacon to elevate the flavor.
- Condiments: Offer a variety of condiments like BBQ sauce, aioli, or hot sauce to let diners customize their burgers.
- Make Extra Patties: If you’re going through the effort of preparing the burger mixture, consider making extra patties and freezing them for future meals. Simply separate them with parchment paper to prevent sticking and store them in an airtight container.
- Grilling Option: While this recipe involves baking, you can also cook these turkey burgers on an outdoor grill or stovetop grill pan for a different flavor profile. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
FAQs
Bake ground turkey burgers for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature of the patty reaches 165°F.
Mix the listed seasonings with the ground turkey prior to forming the burger patties. Other options include
seasoning with a mix of garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
Sure can! Combine the burger ingredients, form the patties then place on a parchment or foil lined baking sheet. Cover the entire baking sheet with plastic wrap and refrigerator the day before.
Freeze prior to cooking by forming the patties then stacking with a piece of parchment paper between each patty. Place the stack in a freezer bag then in the freezer for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen by extending the cooking time until the internal temperature reaches 165°F or thaw the day prior and bake for 20 minutes.
Storage Instructions
To store your leftover turkey burgers, allow them to cool to room temperature, then wrap them individually in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Alternatively, place them in an airtight container, separating each patty with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Refrigerate for up to 3-4 days.
If you want to keep them for a longer period, freezing is an option. Place the wrapped or containerized patties in the freezer, where they can be stored for 1-2 months.
To reheat, you can either thaw them in the refrigerator overnight or cook them directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time. This way, you can enjoy your homemade turkey burgers whenever you like with minimal effort.
Best Sides For Burgers
- Instant Pot Broccoli (without a steamer basket)
- Instant Pot Red Potatoes
- Whole Wheat Mac and Cheese (Low Sodium)
- Cheesy Mashed Potato Bites
- Homemade Baked French Fries
- Gluten Free Sweet Potato Fries
- Gluten Free Salmon Cakes
CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.
The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.
Turkey Burgers in Oven
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground turkey ✅
- 3 tablespoons gluten-free bread crumbs ✅
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons shredded fresh parmesan cheese ✅
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce ✅
- 1 tablespoon pickle relish ✅
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder ✅
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder ✅
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup finely chopped spinach optional
- 4 gluten-free buns
- toppings of choice such as lettuce, pickles, and tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prep your pan. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking pan with tin foil for easy clean-up.
- Combine the ingredients. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, bread crumbs, egg, parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, relish, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and spinach. Using your hands, mix until combined.1 pound lean ground turkey, 3 tablespoons gluten-free bread crumbs, 1 large egg, 2 tablespoons shredded fresh parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon pickle relish, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped spinach
- Form the turkey patties. Using your hands, divide the meat into 4ths. Form patties, pushing the center in just a little to prevent the patty from being mounded once cooked. Place patties onto the baking pan.
- ⭐️Bake the turkey burgers. Bake for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Serve hot on the buns topped with your favorite garnishes.toppings of choice such as lettuce, pickles, and tomatoes, 4 gluten-free buns
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Notes
To make turkey burger sliders:
Divide the meat into 8ths, forming the patties smaller. Cook for 15 minutes or until the internal temperature hits 165°F. CCK Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten. The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.Nutrition
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Marybeth says
Everyone enjoyed.
Paul says
Great and ez
Linda says
Finally someone who shows the turkey burgers as leaving the oven – they are not ‘brown’ like other ‘receipe copy cats’ suggest/show. Thank you for a great recipe and honesty. Means a lot in this world.
Jenna says
Tryong this tomorrow. I did regular beef burgers and they were so good! So I am excited to do it again with ground turkey!