These simple and tasty Turkey Burger Sliders result in juicy burgers every time! You’ll love how easy it is to cook turkey sliders in the oven.
There’s no need to form them into separate patties, and no need to babysit on the grill. Just bake, place on a layer of buns, and cut!
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💚 Why You'll Love This Recipe
These little bites of deliciousness are perfect for a quick and easy meal or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Made with lean ground turkey, these sliders offer a healthier alternative without compromising on flavor.
And the best part? Ground turkey sliders are incredibly versatile and can be customized with your favorite toppings and condiments. They come together in no time, making them a go-to option for busy weeknight dinners or your next backyard BBQ.
If you're looking for another fun and tasty take on the turkey burger, try these Thai Turkey Burgers as well! And fans of turkey will love this Slow Cooker Turkey Tetrazzini.
🧂 Ingredients Needed
- onion - gives your burgers a delicious oniony bite.
- ground turkey - this healthier option to ground beef could also be replaced with ground chicken.
- Italian seasoning - an easy way to provide lots of flavor without much effort.
- pepper & garlic salt - provide a delicious base of flavor.
- slider buns - these perfectly sized buns are the easiest option for these ground turkey sliders.
- cheese slices - feel free to use your favorite kind of cheese, but American and cheddar are always good choices!
🔪 Instructions
- Cut the onion into smaller chunks to start, then use a food processor or cheese grater to break down into small pieces.
- Combine grated onion with ground turkey, Italian seasoning, garlic salt, and pepper.
- Mix until everything is well incorporated.
- Press the turkey mixture into a sprayed baking dish slightly larger than the size of your slider buns.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for about 15 to 20 minutes. You'll know the turkey is done when the juices are clear.
- Leaving the buns attached, cut them in half horizontally and place on a baking sheet. Top with turkey patty and cheese.
- Top with the other half of the buns and brush with melted butter (optional).
- Bake for an additional 4 to 5 minutes, until cheese is melty. Remove from the oven and use a large knife to separate the burgers.
❔ FAQs
There are a lot of options that pair well with these turkey sliders! Because turkey has a milder flavor than beef, you can be creative with cheese choices. American and cheddar are always good options, but you could also go for something like Gouda, provolone, or pepper jack.
Ground turkey tends to be lower in calories and saturated fat than ground beef, which makes it a leaner protein. Because it doesn't have a super powerful flavor, ground turkey is often a great healthier substitution for beef!
If you find your turkey patty falls apart, try adding a tablespoon or two of breadcrumbs to the mixture to hold it together.
💭 Expert Tips and Tricks
- It's possible to overcook turkey and dry it out, so keep a close eye on it.
- Turkey is done cooking at an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
- Try to choose ground turkey that has a mixture of dark and light meat; this leads to more flavorful and juicy sliders!
📌 You'll love how easy it is to put together these Turkey Burger Sliders! Perfect as a yummy appetizer or a simple main course, everybody will love these handheld and customizable sliders.
💡 Substitutions and Variations
- Choose a cheese that will compliment the burger without overpowering it, like American, cheddar, Gouda, Swiss, provolone, or even something sharper like blue cheese or feta.
- Feel free to add a variety of toppings and condiments to your ground turkey sliders. Ketchup and mustard, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and more are great ways to add customization options!
- These sliders can also be made with ground chicken or ground beef. Just be aware that the flavor will vary slightly.
🥫 Storage and Reheating
If you have leftovers, I recommend storing them in the fridge in an airtight container. They should be eaten within a day or two for best results.
To reheat, pop them back in the oven at 350 degrees F until heated through and cheese is melty again.
🍴 What To Serve With This Dish
For a classic burger side, serve your Turkey Burger Sliders with Air Fryer Frozen French Fries or these Air Fryer Baby Potatoes. You could also go for a slightly healthier option like Baked Eggplant Fries or these unique Air Fryer Corn Ribs!
✔️ More Homemade Burger Recipes You'll Love
- Mushroom Swiss Burger - Featuring yummy Swiss cheese and a mushroom topping, this savory burger offers a delicious restaurant-quality experience!
- Crock Pot Barbecue Burgers - Don't want to turn on the grill? These burgers can be made right in your slow cooker.
- Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup - You'll love this dish that takes the classic flavors of cheeseburgers and turns them into a comforting and warming soup.
- Steakhouse Burgers - This recipe from Once Upon a Chef yields super tasty and juicy steakhouse-style burgers!
These sliders are the perfect game day food, as are these delicious pork belly burnt ends, which are sweet, sticky, gooey, yummy, smoky, beautiful bites of deliciousness. Your family and friends will love them!
Ground Turkey Sliders in the Oven
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📋 Recipe Card
Simple Turkey Burger Sliders
Ingredients
- 1 onion
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt
- 6-8 slider buns (leave them attached to each other)
- 4 cheese slices (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Cut the onion into chunks and use a food processor or cheese grater to produce about ⅓ cup grated onion.1 onion
- In a large bowl, combine the grated onion with the ground turkey, Italian seasoning, pepper, and garlic salt.1 pound ground turkey, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon pepper, ½ teaspoon garlic salt
- Spray a baking dish with cooking spray, and press the turkey mixture into the baking dish into a rectangle shape that is slightly longer and wider than one layer of the slider buns.
- Bake about 15-20 minutes, until the turkey is done (juices run clear).
- Leaving the slider buns attached to each other if possible, place the bottoms of the buns on a baking sheet. Place the cooked turkey rectangle on top of the buns and then distribute the cheese slices over the top (if you are using them).6-8 slider buns, 4 cheese slices
- Place the tops of the buns on top and, if desired, brush with melted butter. Place in the oven 4-5 minutes to heat the buns and melt the cheese.1 tablespoon butter
- When you remove the turkey slider slab from the oven, cut with a large knife to separate each slider from the rest.
Notes
- Opt for ground turkey that has a mix of light and dark meat, as this will result in juicier and more flavorful sliders.
- Ground turkey can dry out easily if overcooked, so keep an eye on it. The meat should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
- When choosing cheese for turkey burgers, you'll want a cheese that complements the flavor of the turkey without overpowering it. Some popular cheese options that go well with turkey burgers are Swiss, cheddar, pepper jack, gouda, blue cheese, and feta.
- For variety, offer a range of condiments, such as ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, pickles, lettuce, and tomato, so everyone can customize their sliders to their liking!
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Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.
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Anjali
We took these sliders to a bbq over the weekend and they were a total hit! Great for serving a crowd!
Andrea
These fabulous turkey burger sliders are perfect for game day or any get together.
Ali
These turkey burger sliders were perfect for a family pool party I had! Everyone loved them!
Min S
I'm trying to eat less beef and more white meat so I searched for turkey burgers and came across this. Easy to make and very tasty!
Whitney
I love turkey burgers, they are a nice alternative to eating beef all summer long. Thanks for the tip on adding breadcrumbs to keep them from falling apart!