Texas Burgers

Juicy, smoky, and loaded with bold flavors, these Texas Burgers are the ultimate comfort food for any burger enthusiast. Perfectly seasoned 80/20 ground beef patties are grilled to perfection with a subtle kick from garlic powder and smoked paprika, then topped with melty cheddar cheese for a creamy finish. Stacked high on buttery toasted brioche buns, these burgers are layered with crispy fried onions, thick-cut bacon, fresh lettuce, ripe tomatoes, tangy pickles, and a generous drizzle of smokey BBQ sauce for the ultimate bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this Texas-style burger recipe will take your backyard BBQ or weeknight dinner to the next level. Don’t forget to serve with extra BBQ sauce for dipping!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 4 slices cheddar cheese slices
• 4 pieces brioche burger buns
• 8 slices thick-cut bacon slices
• 1 cups crispy fried onions
• 0.5 cups BBQ sauce
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 pieces lettuce leaves
• 1 whole tomato (sliced)
• 8 pieces pickle slices

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill or heavy skillet to medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Mix gently until combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 3

Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties about ¾ inch thick. Use your thumb to create a small indention in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.

Step 4

Cook the bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.

Step 5

Grill or cook the burger patties for 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip and cook an additional 3-4 minutes or until they reach your desired doneness. In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt.

Step 6

Lightly butter the cut sides of the brioche buns and toast them on the grill or skillet for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers: Spread a tablespoon of BBQ sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Add a lettuce leaf, a slice of tomato, and a few pickle slices. Place a burger patty with melted cheese on top, followed by 2 slices of crispy bacon and a generous handful of crispy fried onions. Top with the other half of the bun.

Step 8

Serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1590.4 grams (1590.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4266

Total Fat 298.20g	382%
Saturated Fat 131.60g	658%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 847mg	282%
Sodium 8847mg	385%
Total Carbohydrate 184.50g	67%
Dietary Fiber 11.50g	41%
Total Sugars 53.50g
Protein 188.70g	377%

Vitamin D 47IU	233%
Calcium 1246mg	96%
Iron 26mg	142%
Potassium 2955mg	63%

*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: 64.3%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 17.7%