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Pepperoni Pizza Turkey Burgers

Pepperoni Pizza Turkey Burgers

Jacklin Altman
These juicy turkey burgers combine two comfort food favorites into one delicious, healthier meal!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 burgers
Calories 365 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

Burgers:
  • 1 lb ground turkey lean
  • 1/4 cup plain bread crumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
Toppings (for each burger):
  • 1/4 cup pizza sauce
  • 16 pepperoni slices
  • 1/2 cup fat free mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 2 tbsp parmesan cheese grated
  • fresh basil leaves
  • 4 burger buns of choice

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, bread crumbs, egg, salt, pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and tomato paste. Mix well until uniform, being careful not to overwork the meat.
  • Form mixture into 4 even patties, slightly indenting the center of each (this helps them cook evenly).
  • Spray air fryer tray with non-stick spray. Place patties in the air fryer and cook at 365°F for 15-17 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
  • Top each burger with 1 tbsp pizza sauce, 2 tbsp shredded mozzarella, 4 pepperoni slices, and 1/2 tbsp grated parmesan.
  • Return to the air fryer for about 2 minutes, until the cheese melts and pepperoni edges begin to crisp.
  • Place each burger on a bun, top with fresh basil leaves, and enjoy!

Notes

  • If you don't have an air fryer, cook the patties in a skillet over medium heat for about 5-6 minutes per side until they reach 165°F internally.
  • For a lower-carb option, serve these on lettuce wraps or over a salad instead of buns.
  • These patties can be made ahead and frozen raw between parchment paper for quick weeknight meals.

Nutrition

Calories: 365kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 116mgSodium: 992mgPotassium: 547mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 314IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 244mgIron: 4mg
Keyword air fryer recipe, pepperoni, healthy dinner, turkey burger, pizza burger
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