Smoky Pepper and Onion Cheeseburger
Break out the grill and serve up this Smoky Pepper and Onion Cheeseburger for dinner tonight!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 541kcal
Ingredients
For the Onions and Peppers
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
For the Burgers
- 1½ pounds ground beef
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup French-fried onions
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp chipotle chili powder
To Assemble
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 Tbsp barbecue sauce
Instructions
For the Onions and Peppers
- Using a large skillet, add the olive oil and place over medium heat. Add onions, bell pepper and salt. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until soft.
For the Burgers
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- In a large bowl, combined all of the burger ingredients until just combined. Shape into 4 patties and gently indent the center of each patty with your thumb.
- Brush grill grates with vegetable oil or spray with nonstick grilling spray. Grill burgers for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach desired doneness.
- {Optional} Place burger buns cut-side down on grill for 1-2 minutes.
- Spread 1 Tbsp of barbecue sauce on each of 4 bottom buns. Assemble burgers and top with onions and peppers.
Nutrition
Calories: 541kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 57g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 191mg | Sodium: 914mg | Potassium: 720mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1465IU | Vitamin C: 41mg | Calcium: 334mg | Iron: 6mg
