Southwestern Bacon Burgers
Turn up the heat on your next backyard barbecue with these bold and flavorful Southwestern Bacon Burgers! Crafted with juicy 80/20 ground beef and seasoned with smoky paprika, cumin, and garlic powder, these patties pack a punch of savory spice. Topped with crispy bacon, melted shredded cheddar cheese, creamy avocado slices, and zesty chipotle mayo, each bite delivers a delicious fusion of Tex-Mex flair. Fresh red onion, ripe tomato, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro add a refreshing burst of flavor, while toasted burger buns provide the perfect crispy base. Quick to prepare and bursting with southwestern charm, these burgers make an irresistible dinner that’s perfect for grilling season or any time you’re craving something indulgently satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 6 slices Bacon
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 pieces Burger buns
- 2 pieces Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 0.333 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 unit Red onion, sliced
- 1 unit Tomato, sliced
- 1 unit Avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Divide the mixture into 4 equal parts and shape them into burger patties.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Set aside.
In a small food processor or blender, combine the chipotle peppers and mayonnaise. Blend until smooth, then set aside in a bowl.
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Cook the burger patties for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach desired doneness. During the last minute of cooking, top each patty with shredded cheddar cheese and allow it to melt.
Toast the burger buns lightly on a grill or in a toaster oven for 1-2 minutes until warm and slightly crisp.
Assemble the burgers by spreading chipotle mayo on the bottom buns. Layer with lettuce, a cooked burger patty, bacon slices, red onion, tomato, avocado, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Top with the upper buns.
Serve the Southwestern Bacon Burgers immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as fries or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3290 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 244.3 g | 313% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.7 g | 384% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 568 mg | 189% | |
| Sodium | 5387 mg | 234% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.4 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 140.2 g | 280% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1123 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 2820 mg | 60% | |
*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.
