In a medium-sized bowl add ground beef, kosher salt, garlic powder, and paprika.

Using your hands, mix to combine the seasonings into the meat.

Divide the meat into 8 same-size balls and flatten each into a disk about 1/4 inch thick.

Place 2 tablespoons of the shredded cheese in the middle of 4 of the flattened patties.

Place another patty on top of the cheese-filled patty and seal the edges.

Spray the air fryer basket lightly with non-stick cooking spray and place the patties into the basket.

Cook at 375 degrees F for 8-10 minutes, or until the burgers register 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer. Make sure to only test the beef and not the hot melted cheese in the middle.

Serve your juicy Lucy burgers on a bun with your desired toppings such as sliced tomatoes, lettuce, and pickles.