The Best Turkey Fryers

Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-less Turkey Fryer

Fry on the side of caution

This one lets you fry your turkey without the dangers of hot oil.

Best Overall

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Frying your turkey leads to crispy skin and juicy meat. It tastes amazing every time; however, it also leads to more calories, more burn risks, and a higher likelihood of having an undercooked bird. To avoid all of these issues while keeping the flavor and finish that you’re hoping for, you need to try the Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-less Turkey Fryer.

This turkey fryer uses evenly distributed infrared heat to cook your turkey to crispy perfection with ease. It leaves the skin perfect and the meat juicy. Meanwhile, you will avoid splattering oil, excess calories, and the risk of an undercooked bird. This fryer isn’t only good for turkey, either. You can use it for all of your favorite meats and roasted sides. For example, make an amazing brisket that seems to melt apart at the touch of a fork, or a stack of roasted red peppers and potatoes.

Pros:

• This cooking method leads to a healthier finished product than traditional fryers do
• You don’t need to buy oil or worry about overfilling your fryer
• It’s versatile and gives you the ability to cook other meats and vegetables
• This fryer uses propane, which is more cost-effective than cooking oil
• It is available in several different package sizes, so you can choose how much or how little you want to spend

Cons:

• The user manual is not as clear as it should be, which can lead to issues in cooking

Bayou Classic Stainless Steel Turkey Fryer

Versatile is my middle name

This heavy-duty pot can do so much more than just fry a turkey.

Most Versatile

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Stainless steel is a high-quality material that does an excellent job of standing up to high heat and long hours of cooking. That is why it is the ideal material for a turkey fryer. The Bayou Classic Stainless Steel Turkey Fryer is a fantastic example of what a classic turkey fryer should be.

This giant turkey frying pot measures in at a whopping 32-quarts. That is 8 gallons of usable turkey frying space that you’ll proceed to set on top of your outdoor burner. All you need to do is add your oil to the fill-line, heat it up, insert your turkey into the basket, and let it fry. It is that simple to get the perfect fried turkey and it doesn’t take special equipment or hard-to-decipher directions. You can also use this huge pot for lobster and crawfish boils, corn on the cob, or anything else the requires a giant pot for frying or boiling.

Pros:

• This fryer is very easy to use and even has a handy max-fill line to ensure you don’t splatter or spill your oil
• The kit includes a thermometer for the meat, basket, hook, hook plate, injector, skewers, and of course, the pot itself
• It is one of the most affordable options available
• You can use this pot for a variety of meals and dishes
• The turkey comes out perfectly crispy and juicy every time you use it

Cons:

• The heat source is not included

GasOne 200,000 BTU Outdoor Turkey Frying Stove

I'll never leave your side

This one is a portable turkey fryer you can take with you wherever you go.

Best Propane Burner

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It can be tough to find the right heat source to use with your turkey fryer. You need something sturdy, easy to use, and durable. At the same time, you want to make sure it is safe and cooks evenly. This is where the GasOne 200,000 BTU Outdoor Turkey Frying Stove comes in.

This heavy-duty cast iron outdoor stove uses propane to cook your bird evenly. The adjustable heat-control regulator knob gives you complete control over how quickly (or slowly) your bird cooks. Everything that you need to hook up your propane tank is built-in for you already, as well, making it super simple to use. Simply connect your tank, set your burner to the correct setting, and put your pot on top. You’ll have the perfect fried turkey in no time.

Pros:

• This burner is portable and easily moved from place to place
• It is durable and well-made to withstand years of turkey frying
• You can use it as a travel burner for camping, fishing, and more
• The frame is welded for extra strength and safety
• Everything is adjustable

Cons:

• There are no pots or frying pans included with this burner

King Kooker Propane Outdoor Turkey Fryer

It's all here

Here's a turkey frying set that includes everything you need to get started.

Best All-Inclusive

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We get a little bit frustrated when we have to order different parts from different places to execute a single task. When it comes to turkey frying, most of the time you will need to order your burner and pot separately, which can become a hassle. Avoid that issue and get everything at once with the King Kooker Propane Outdoor Turkey Fryer.

This set includes a heavy-duty cast iron outdoor propane burner, a 29-quart pot with a top, an 11-quart frying pan, baskets, turkey hooks, and more. All you need to add is propane to get started. It is all-inclusive and takes the guesswork out of frying your turkey, so you can have more fun while spending time with your family.

Pros:

• This is a complete set and all you will need to get separately is the propane tank
• It is affordably priced when you consider everything included, making it a great value
• There are 2 differently sized pots for your convenience
• The hook is extra-long and the pots are marked with a max fill line for additional safety
• We appreciate how easy it is to use

Cons:

• The fryer itself is smaller than average

Cuisinart Extra-Large Rotisserie Deep Fryer

Fry inside

Bad weather means nothing when you have an indoor turkey fryer.

Best Indoor Fryer

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Although we love a good fried turkey, it isn’t always convenient. Most turkey fryers need to be set up outdoors for safety reasons, and they almost all use propane. So, what do you do when the weather isn’t cooperating or you can’t get ahold of a propane tank? You use the Cuisinart Extra-Large Rotisserie Deep Fryer.

This deep fryer is huge. It fits any turkey up to a massive 14lbs while remaining safe to use indoors. With this turkey fryer, bad weather and a lack of propane will be issues of the past. We love the huge size and that it can be used to cook nearly anything, including chickens, wings, fritters, vegetables, desserts, and more. It does all of that while using less oil than any traditional fryer.

Pros:

• This fryer doesn’t use a lot of oil, which saves you money and makes it safer than traditional fryers
• It plugs right in with no propane or gas needed
• You can fit a ton of food into it, all the way up to a large turkey
• The temperature is easy to control for perfect cooking every time
• It is much more convenient and easier to use than outdoor fryers

Cons:

• It costs more than most turkey fryers

Frequently Asked Questions

Why would someone want to fry a turkey?

Fried turkey is absolutely amazing. The skin is crispy and crunchy without any of the wet, chewy pieces that can be left behind with roasting. The actual meat stays juicy and tender because you don’t lose any juice to evaporation as you do in the dry heat of the oven. Overall, it is a superior way to make a turkey.

How do you usually fry a turkey?

In general, a turkey fryer and burner are set up outside, well away from your home and garage. A turkey hook would be used to lower the turkey, on its rack, into the pre-heated oil. Then your turkey will fry until the skin is golden brown and crispy and the meat inside reads over 165 degrees. At this point, you take your turkey out and let it rest before enjoying it.