How Long To Defrost A Hamburger Patty. For a safer and quicker way to thaw your burger patties, you can use the microwave where they should defrost evenly in about 4 minutes. Using your spatula, flip the burgers and cook another six minutes.

Grab the patties right out of your freezer. To prepare frozen hamburger patties in a frying pan, heat a skillet over medium heat for five minutes. Cook for about six minutes.