Air Fryer Burgers
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A delicious air fryer burgers recipe for those days when you just want to get dinner on the table quickly. Made with ground beef and spices, my Air Fryer Hamburgers recipe comes together in just about 30 minutes!
These get a grilled flavor from the air fryer, so they are the next best thing to grilled burgers when you don’t want to get the grill out.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy weeknight meal with minimal prep
- Uses simple seasoning for a classic flavor
- Less oil compared to a frying pan or charcoal grill
- Works for either air fryer turkey burgers and beef burgers
- Great choice for meal prep—store leftovers in an airtight container
- Perfect burger texture without dryness
Cooking burgers in an air fryer is an easy way to get flavorful burgers with less oil. The hot air circulation makes juicy hamburgers with a crisp exterior while keeping cook time short.
Whether using lean ground beef or ground chuck, this method makes a delicious burger every time!
Before you know it you will have a delicious burger dinner on the table.
Air fryer main dishes are so easy to make. Try an air fryer garlic chicken, Air Fryer Halibut or Air Fryer Ribeye for your next dinner.
Ingredients for air fryer hamburger patties
- Ground beef: I use Grade A beef. I typically use an 80/20 blend. If you want a juicier burger, you can use ground beef that is 70 percent lean and 30 percent fat.
- Paprika: this chili-based spice has a sweet flavor while adding a little kick.
- Garlic Powder: garlic complements almost any savory dish
- Onion Powder: gives a mild onion flavor and blends well with other spices
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Burger toppings: see recommended list below
- Buns: use your favorite burger bun
I like these burgers with a variety of toppings. Some of my favorites are:
- Cheese
- Red onion
- Romaine Lettuce leaves
- Sliced Tomato
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayonnaise
- Bacon
- Pickles
Equipment and kitchen tools
- Air fryer
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How to make air fryer cheeseburgers
- In a medium bowl, combine ground beef and seasonings until well combined. Don’t overwork the meat though; it will become tough.
- Divide beef into 4 equal portions, roll into balls and form into patties
- Preheat the air fryer to 370 degrees F
- Add patties in a single layer into the basket
- Cook for 6-7 minutes, flip burgers and continue cooking until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F, about 3-5 minutes
- Add cheese, if using, and cook until cheese is melted, about 1 minute.
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings
Tips for the Best Results
- Use an instant-read thermometer to check the internal temperature. Beef burgers should reach 160 degrees F.
- Preheat the air fryer basket for even cooking.
- Don’t overcrowd—place patties in a single layer for best results.
- Experiment with favorite toppings like red onion, lettuce wraps, or brioche buns.
- Add cheese after cooking time is nearly done, allowing it to melt for an air fryer cheeseburger.
- Serve with side dishes such as air fryer french fries, sweet potato fries, or air fryer corn.
- Double this recipe, and when making the patties, freeze half of them for dinner another night.
- Don’t use pre-made patties; you will get a better flavor making the patties yourself.
- Don’t forget to warm the hamburger buns. A cold bun will take away from a delicious burger.
- For added flavor, serve with this Best Chipotle Mayo—so good!
Substitutions and Variations
- Swap lean ground beef for ground chuck to add extra flavor.
- Use Worcestershire sauce for a bolder taste.
- Make it a little lighter by opting for air fryer turkey burgers.
- Try Swiss burgers by adding Swiss cheese and sautéed mushrooms.
- Use a burger press for evenly shaped patties.
- Freeze extra patties in a freezer-safe bag for future meals.
- Wrap burgers in lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
- Add BBQ sauce for a smoky twist.
- Cook a batch of air fryer hamburgers ahead of time and reheat on a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
FAQs
The exact time depends on the size of your air fryer and the thickness of the patties. Cook at 370 degrees F for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.
Yes, store cooked patties in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350 degrees F for a few minutes.
Personal preferences vary, but popular choices include cheese, red onion, pickles, BBQ sauce, and classic hamburger buns.
Yes, you can. Preheat the air fryer to 380°. Set the temperature to 380°F and cook for 9-10 minutes. Then flip the burgers over and cook for an additional 9-10 minutes.
What to Make Next
Keeping on the air fryer method, try these Air Fryer Zucchini Fries or this Air Fryer Kielbasa recipe. Both easy and delicious!
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Air Fryer Hamburgers
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine ground beef and seasonings until well combined. Don’t over work the meat though, it will become tough.
- Divide beef into 4 equal portions, roll into balls and form into patties
- Preheat Air Fryer to 370 degrees F
- Add patties in a single layer into the basket
- Cook for 6-7 minutes, flip burgers and continue cooking until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F, about 3-5 minutes
- Add cheese, if using, and cook until cheese is melted, about 1 minute.
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings
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We just got an air fryer a week or so ago! And just used it for the first time (not for burgers). We are having burgers tonight, and with this rain, better not grill outside. Woohoo!