Frozen Burger Recipes Beyond the Grill: Air Fryer, Skillet, and Oven Ideas

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Looking for new ways to cook a burger beyond the backyard grill?

From crispy air fryer burgers to stovetop skillet grillers and juicy oven-baked patties, there are plenty of easy, flavorful methods to enjoy a BUBBA burger indoors. Whether you need a quick weeknight dinner or a creative twist for family meals, these frozen burger recipe ideas make cooking simple, delicious, and hassle-free.

1. Crispy Air Fryer Recipes

Using an air fryer for your frozen BUBBA burger means zero fuss – just set it, forget it, and get perfectly crispy edges with a juicy center in record time! The best part? There’s almost no cleanup! Plus, the air fryer is consistent every single time, so you can count on a great burger.

If convenience were a race, the air fryer gets the trophy. From lettuce wraps to a classic burger, you’ll get that backyard taste in no time!

To perfectly cook your burger every time, here are your air fryer steps:

  1. Place the frozen BUBBA burger patties on the bottom of the basket. Do not overlap or overcrowd.
  2. Set the air fryer to cook at 370°F.
  3. Cook for 13 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, the internal temperature reaches 160°F for beef BUBBA burger varieties or 165°F for turkey and veggie BUBBA burger varieties.

Check out our recipes page to turn any BUBBA burger recipe into a crispy, convenient air fryer recipe!

2. Seared Skillet Recipes

The skillet is all about that sear. Those golden-brown, caramelized edges that just make every bite irresistible. It’s fast, it’s satisfying, and you can easily throw in onions or mushrooms to take that flavor to the next level!

Did the words caramelized and mushrooms get your mouth watering? Then you’ll love our French Onion Soup Burgers! But don’t worry, for that perfect sear every time we have the simple skillet cooking method breakdown:

  1. Add a small amount of neutral-flavored oil and heat to medium-high.
  2. Place frozen BUBBA burger patties onto the hot skillet and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side.
  3. Optional: Add cheese and place the lid on top of the skillet to melt.

BUBBA Skillet Recipes: Original Veggies BUBBA burger with Lemon Yogurt Sauce, Mushroom and Leek BUBBA Burger Sauce, Quesadilla BUBBA Burger

3. Juicy Oven-Baked Recipes

The oven is the ultimate “set it and forget it” option – perfect for when you’re feeding a crowd! Baking your frozen BUBBA burgers frees you up to prep sides, set the table, or just relax while dinner cooks itself.

It’s also super versatile! You can line up an entire tray of patties, making it the best method for family dinners. Or for meal prep you can throw on a medley of veggies to cook with them! For burgers that are juicy and tender through and through, here’s how to cook them in the oven:

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. Place frozen BUBBA burgers on a greased baking sheet 1 to 2 inches apart. For optimal texture, raise burgers with a wire rack on the baking sheet.
  3. Place the pan near the top of the oven and bake for 5 to 10 minutes.
  4. Flip the BUBBA burgers and bake again for 5 to 10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F for beef BUBBA burger varieties or 165°F for turkey and veggie BUBBA burger varieties.

BUBBA Oven-Baked Recipes: Sheet Pan Turkey BUBBA Burgers with Apple & Onion, Sheet Pan Turkey BUBBA Burgers with Root Veggies, BUBBA Burger® Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms


4. Convenient and Creative Ways to Serve Frozen Burgers

No matter how you cook them, frozen BUBBA burgers can do way more than sit on a bun. We’re talking about bowls, salads, bagels, all the way to naan. For a lighter option think mushroom buns, fajitas and salads. The beauty of starting with a frozen burger is that the possibilities are endless!

No Grill? No Problem.

Grilling will always have its place, but so does convenience. Whether it’s the quick crisp of an air fryer, the rich sear of a skillet, or the hands-off ease of the oven, every method brings something special to your family’s table.

For a quick reference, check out our guide on How to Cook a BUBBA Burger and don’t forget to tag @bubbaburger on Instagram to share your favorite recipes!