Cheddar Jalapeño Burgers
Spicy and cheesy, Cheddar Jalapeño Burgers bring a flavorful kick to a classic favorite with melted sharp cheddar and fresh jalapeños in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 fresh jalapeños, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 4 hamburger buns
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Lettuce leaves (optional)
- Tomato slices (optional)
- Mayonnaise or preferred condiments
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix gently until just combined.
- Form the mixture into 4 evenly sized patties, slightly larger than the buns to account for shrinkage when cooking.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and brush with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Place the patties on the grill/skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side.
- Flip the patties, then immediately top each with a slice of cheddar cheese and a few jalapeño slices.
- Cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and cheese is melted.
- Toast the hamburger buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster.
- Assemble the burgers by placing lettuce and tomato on the bottom bun, followed by the patty with cheese and jalapeños, then spread mayonnaise or preferred condiments on the top bun.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
For an extra smoky flavor, try grilling the jalapeños whole first before slicing, or serve with avocado slices for creaminess.
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