Grilled Chili Burgers
Fire up your grill and bring bold, smoky flavors to your next cookout with these irresistible Grilled Chili Burgers! Made from a perfectly seasoned 80/20 ground beef blend, these juicy patties are infused with chili powder, smoked paprika, and a touch of cumin for a mouthwatering kick. Topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and slathered with a zesty homemade chili mayo, each burger is stacked high with crisp lettuce, fresh tomato slices, tangy pickles, and red onion on a toasted bun. Perfect for summer barbecues or a casual dinner, these burgers are ready in just 25 minutes and deliver restaurant-quality flavor in every bite. Pair them with your favorite sides like crispy fries or grilled veggies for an unforgettable meal!
Train Anywhere. No Excuses.
Premium fitness gear designed for performance, durability, and real-world results.
From home to gym to on-the-go
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1.5 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 burger buns
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili sauce
- 4 cheddar cheese slices
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 tomato slices
- 8 pickle slices
- 4 red onion slices
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chili powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until the spices are evenly distributed.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and form into burger patties about 3/4 inch thick. Use your thumb to make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up while cooking.
Brush each patty lightly with vegetable oil on both sides. This will help prevent sticking to the grill.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 375-400°F. Clean and oil the grill grates before placing the patties on them.
Grill the burgers for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium doneness, or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F. During the last minute of grilling, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and allow it to melt.
While the burgers are grilling, combine the mayonnaise and sriracha in a small bowl to create the chili mayo. Stir until smooth and set aside.
Lightly toast the burger buns on the grill for about 1 minute, or until they are warm and slightly crisp.
To assemble the burgers, spread a generous amount of chili mayo on the bottom half of each bun. Add a lettuce leaf, a grilled burger patty with melted cheese, a tomato slice, two pickle slices, and a red onion slice. Top with the other half of the bun.
Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as fries, coleslaw, or grilled corn.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
842 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.7 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.9 g | 109% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 151 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 1748 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.8 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.0 g | ||
| Protein | 41.3 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 321 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 908 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
