Pan Seared Burgers
Elevate your burger game with this irresistibly juicy Pan Seared Burgers recipe, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal night. Crafted with 80/20 ground beef for the ideal balance of flavor and moisture, these burgers are seasoned simply with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder for a classic yet flavorful foundation. The secret to their mouthwatering texture lies in the searing process—cooked in a hot skillet to achieve a beautifully caramelized crust while keeping the inside tender and flavorful. Top them with melted cheese, fresh lettuce, tomato, and your favorite condiments, all sandwiched between golden-toasted buns for the ultimate burger experience. Quick to prepare (ready in just 25 minutes!) and endlessly customizable, these stovetop burgers make a crowd-pleasing centerpiece for any meal. Whether you're cooking for a family dinner or a weekend treat, these homemade burgers are guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Oil (vegetable or canola)
- 4 pieces Burger buns
- 4 slices Cheese slices (optional)
- 1 variety (optional) Lettuce, tomato, onion, or condiments
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently with your hands until the seasonings are evenly distributed, but do not overwork the meat.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties about 3/4-inch thick. Press a small indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb; this helps the burger cook evenly and prevents puffing in the middle.
Heat a large skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the bottom of the skillet.
Once the skillet is hot, carefully place the burger patties into the pan. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to develop a golden-brown crust.
Flip the patties using a spatula and cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes for medium doneness. Adjust the cooking time according to your preferred level of doneness (e.g., 2-3 minutes for medium-rare, 5-6 minutes for well-done).
If using cheese, place a slice on each patty during the last minute of cooking. Cover the skillet with a lid to help melt the cheese.
Remove the patties from the skillet and let them rest on a plate for 3-5 minutes.
While the burgers rest, toast the buns in the same skillet for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden (optional).
Assemble the burgers by placing each patty on the bottom half of the bun. Add lettuce, tomato, onion, or other condiments as desired, then top with the other half of the bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade pan-seared burgers!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2181 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.3 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.7 g | 308% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 429 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 4089 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.4 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 116.5 g | 233% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1038 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 1433 mg | 30% | |
*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.
