Juicy Texas Burgers

Sink your teeth into the bold flavors of these Juicy Texas Burgers, a perfect blend of smoky spices, melty cheddar cheese, and tangy barbecue sauce, all nestled between buttery, toasted brioche buns. With a 15-minute prep time and a touch of smoked paprika, these burgers offer a delicious balance of juicy ground beef and vibrant toppings like crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and zesty pickles. Grilled to perfection and finished with a golden-brown bun, this recipe is ideal for barbecue season or a quick weeknight indulgence. Pair these crowd-pleasing burgers with classic sides—think crispy fries or creamy coleslaw—for a meal that screams Texas-inspired comfort.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
• 4 slices Cheddar cheese slices
• 4 pieces Brioche burger buns
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 0.25 cup Barbecue sauce
• 8 pieces Pickle slices
• 4 slices Red onion slices
• 4 slices Tomato slices
• 4 leaves Lettuce leaves
• 1 tbsp Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or stove-top grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to over-mix the meat.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into burger patties about 3/4-inch thick. Use your thumb to press a shallow indentation in the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.

Step 4

Lightly brush the patties with vegetable oil on both sides to prevent sticking.

Step 5

If using a grill, lightly oil the grill grates. Place the patties on the grill or grill pan and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium doneness, or adjust the time according to your desired level of doneness.

Step 6

About 1 minute before the patties are done cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty and close the grill lid or cover the pan to allow the cheese to melt.

Step 7

Meanwhile, split the brioche buns and lightly butter the cut sides. Toast them on the grill for 1-2 minutes until golden brown and slightly crispy.

Step 8

Assemble the burgers: Spread a thin layer of barbecue sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Place a lettuce leaf, a tomato slice, a grilled patty with melted cheese, a red onion slice, and two pickle slices in order. Top with the other half of the bun.

Step 9

Serve the burgers immediately with your favorite sides, such as fries or coleslaw.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1408.2 grams (1408.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3546

Total Fat 243.60g	312%
Saturated Fat 108.90g	545%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.20g
Cholesterol 767mg	256%
Sodium 6521mg	284%
Total Carbohydrate 165.50g	60%
Dietary Fiber 8.70g	31%
Total Sugars 48.50g
Protein 169.80g	340%

Vitamin D 47IU	233%
Calcium 1200mg	92%
Iron 24mg	131%
Potassium 2509mg	53%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.0%

Protein: 19.2%

Carbs: 18.7%