These air fryer turkey patties are flavorful and packed with protein. Done in less than 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights.
This is one of the easiest ways to use leftover turkey. Post-Thanksgiving, these air fryer turkey patties become delicious turkey burgers that break up the monotony of eating turkey all week long.
Why You’ll Love Air Fryer Turkey Patties
- Perfect for leftovers! We designed this recipe especially for those post-Thanksgiving leftovers. This is a great way to turn leftover turkey into a new dish the whole family will love.
- Build-your-own burger! These turkey patties are the perfect palette for building a personalized turkey burger. Add some avocado, sprouts, blue cheese, caramelized onions, or a fried egg—the possibilities are endless!
- Healthier than beef! Turkey has lower levels of saturated fat than beef and is packed with protein. It’s a great option for maintaining a balanced diet.
If you love these air fryer turkey patties, make sure to try the super-easy frozen Chicken Patties or Sausage Patties recipes, or our popular homemade Air Fryer Salmon Patties recipe.
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Make sure to flip your turkey patties. To ensure these air fryer turkey patties come out crispy and evenly cooked, make sure to air fry for 8 minutes, then flip and air fry for an additional 3 minutes.
- Add freshly chopped herbs. Adding a few tablespoons of freshly chopped dill or parsley adds an extra bit of flavor and makes these turkey patties truly unique.
- Form into evenly sized patties. If some turkey patties are thicker than others, it could affect the cooking time. Make sure each patty is about ½ inch thick.
How to Store Air Fryer Turkey Patties
These air fryer turkey patties will last 3-4 days in a sealed container in the fridge. To heat them up again, just pop them back in the air fryer for 4-5 minutes at 350°F.
What to Serve with Air Fryer Turkey Patties
With a few hamburger buns, lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and sliced onions, you can turn these turkey patties into a delicious turkey burger. I love adding a few slices of fresh avocado and my favorite burger sauce to make these turkey burgers stand out.
You can also serve turkey patties with homemade sweet potato fries, creamy mashed potatoes, or your favorite vegetable side dish. Drizzle these turkey patties with BBQ sauce (or gravy!) and you’ve got a dinner the whole family will love.
More Turkey Recipes
- Air Fryer Turkey Breast: A quick, easy, and hassle-free way to “roast” a turkey breast in under an hour. This turkey comes out juicy and flavorful—with a perfect hint of lemon.
- Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs: One of our most popular recipes, these turkey meatballs are a healthier alternative to beef meatballs. They’re done in just 20 minutes!
- Air Fryer Turkey Bacon: Crispy and flavorful, turkey bacon is a great breakfast side dish or sandwich ingredient.
- Air Fryer Turkey Burgers: This super-fast, last-minute dinner recipe is great for busy nights. Frozen turkey burgers are done in less than 20 minutes.
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Air Fryer Turkey Patties
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 lb roasted turkey (leftover)
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 onions yellow
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- fresh dill or parsley
- olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400ºF (205ºC).
- Debone leftover turkey meat from the thighs, legs, and breast of a cooked turkey. Shred the roasted turkey in a blender.
- Blend the peeled onion and add it to the bowl with the turkey.
- Add eggs, salt, and spices to the bowl.
- Add Greek yogurt, breadcrumbs, and a few pinches of black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Chop finely and add fresh dill or parsley.
- Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and drizzle with olive oil. With wet hands, make patties and place on parchment paper. Air fry for 8 minutes at 400ºF (205ºC).
- After 8 minutes, the patties will become golden in color. Carefully flip them to the other side and cook for another 3 minutes.
Notes
- Cook your turkey patties in batches. Don’t overcrowd your air fryer basket. To get that rich, golden-brown texture, make sure the turkey patties have enough space to cook.
- This recipe can be made in an air fryer unit with a basket or an air fryer oven. If you are using an air fryer oven, use the middle rack and choose the “Air Fry” function.
- Check your food as it cooks. Each air fryer runs a bit differently. Make sure to check your food as it’s cooking to learn your air fryer better and avoid over- or undercooking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cook these turkey patties for 8 minutes, then flip and cook for 3 more minutes for a total of 11 minutes in the air fryer.
Yes, make sure you flip these turkey patties at the 8-minute mark so both sides can get crispy and evenly cooked.
