Quick Healthy Turkey Patties Recipe for Breakfast Recipe
These Quick Healthy Turkey Patties are a perfect breakfast option, ideal for meal prep and packed with flavor. Made with lean ground turkey, herbs, and spices, they cook quickly in a skillet to create delicious, protein-packed patties that are crispy on the outside and tender inside.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 18-20 patties (serves 18 servings, 1 patty each)
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Turkey Patties
- 1 pound ground turkey (or chicken)
- 1/3 cup minced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons breadcrumbs (or oats for gluten free)
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)
- 1-2 tablespoons oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: Combine all ingredients except the oil in a medium bowl and stir well until thoroughly combined, ensuring an even distribution of herbs and spices throughout the turkey mixture.
- Heat Skillet: Heat the oil in a large skillet, griddle, or electric skillet over medium heat to prepare for frying the patties evenly without sticking.
- Shape Patties: Use a tablespoon size cookie scoop filled slightly extra to form 18-20 patties. Drop each patty into the hot skillet, then use the back of the scoop to flatten them to an even thickness.
- Cook First Side: Cook the patties for 2 minutes on the first side, allowing them to brown nicely before carefully flipping.
- Cook Second Side: Turn the patties, flatten again with a spatula, and cook for another 2 minutes on the second side to develop a golden crust.
- Finish Cooking: Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and cook the patties, turning occasionally, for about 5 more minutes until fully browned and cooked through internally.
- Serve or Store: Serve immediately for a fresh breakfast or allow to cool and store for meal prep, making ahead easy and convenient.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, substitute oats for the breadcrumbs.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control the spiciness or omit for a milder flavor.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure patties reach an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
- These patties can be frozen cooked, just reheat in a skillet or microwave before serving.
- Customize with your favorite herbs or spices to vary the flavor profile.
