Tex Mex Bacon Cheeseburger

Dive into bold Southwestern flavors with this irresistible Tex Mex Bacon Cheeseburger! Juicy, perfectly seasoned beef patties are grilled to perfection and topped with melted pepper jack cheese, crispy bacon, and a zesty kick of chipotle mayonnaise. Layers of fresh avocado, jalapeños, shredded lettuce, red onion, and tomato add vibrant texture and flavor, while toasted hamburger buns provide the perfect buttery crunch. Smoked paprika and garlic powder infuse the patties with a smoky depth, making each bite an explosion of Tex Mex-inspired goodness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for summer cookouts or casual weeknight dinners. Serve with seasoned fries or tortilla chips for a Tex Mex feast everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 4 slices Pepper jack cheese
• 8 slices Bacon
• 4 pieces Hamburger buns
• 0.25 cup Chipotle mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Jalapeños, sliced (fresh or pickled)
• 1 whole Avocado, sliced
• 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup Shredded lettuce
• 1 whole Tomato, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties, slightly larger than the buns.

Step 3

Cook the bacon slices in a skillet until crispy. Set them aside on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 4

Grill the burger patties on the preheated grill, about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired doneness. During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each patty to melt.

Step 5

Toast the hamburger buns lightly on the grill for 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 6

Assemble the burgers: Spread chipotle mayonnaise on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Layer shredded lettuce, tomato slices, and the cheesy burger patty. Top each patty with crispy bacon slices, jalapeño slices, avocado slices, and red onion. Spread a thin layer of chipotle mayonnaise on the top half of the bun and place it over the toppings.

Step 7

Serve immediately with your favorite Tex Mex sides like seasoned fries or tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1423.5 grams (1423.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2941

Total Fat 225.00g	288%
Saturated Fat 81.00g	405%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.90g
Cholesterol 516mg	172%
Sodium 5927mg	258%
Total Carbohydrate 95.50g	35%
Dietary Fiber 71.80g	256%
Total Sugars 10.30g
Protein 188.80g	378%

Vitamin D 38IU	191%
Calcium 1053mg	81%
Iron 17mg	95%
Potassium 2555mg	54%

*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: 64.0%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 12.1%