Grilled Chili Burgers

Health score
11%
Grilled Chili Burgers
25 min.
4
552kcal

Suggestions


Get ready to fire up the grill and tantalize your taste buds with these mouthwatering Grilled Chili Burgers! Perfect for a sunny afternoon or a cozy dinner, this recipe combines the rich flavors of lean ground beef with a kick of chili powder and optional cayenne pepper, making each bite a delightful explosion of taste. The addition of hot pepper Monterey Jack cheese adds a creamy, spicy layer that perfectly complements the juicy patties.

In just 25 minutes, you can serve up a delicious meal that will impress family and friends alike. The burgers are not only satisfying but also packed with protein, making them a great choice for lunch or dinner. Pair them with grilled onion slices for an extra layer of flavor, and don’t forget to toast the buns for that perfect crunch!

Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or simply craving a hearty meal, these Grilled Chili Burgers are sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. So gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and get ready to enjoy a deliciously spicy burger experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • lb ground beef 80% lean (at least )
  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • slices onion 
  • serving vegetable oil 
  •  hawaiian rolls split
  • oz monterrey jack cheese hot

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill. In medium bowl, mix ground beef, chili powder and ground red pepper. Shape mixture into 4 (4-inch) patties, 1/2 inch thick. Spray both sides of onion slices with cooking spray or brush with oil.
  2. When grill is heated, place patties and onion slices on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill over medium coals; cover grill. Cook 11 to 13 minutes, turning patties and onion slices once, until thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 160°F. During last 2 minutes of cooking, place buns, cut sides down, on grill and cheese on patties; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until buns are golden brown and cheese is melted.
  3. Place patties on bottom halves of buns. Top with onion slices. Cover with top halves of buns.

Nutrition Facts

Calories552kcal
Protein22.61%
Fat60.28%
Carbs17.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37
Glycemic Load
13.22
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
18.191304170567%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.7mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:551.89kcal
27.59%
Fat:36.55g
56.23%
Saturated Fat:15.03g
93.95%
Carbohydrates:23.33g
7.78%
Net Carbohydrates:22.12g
8.05%
Sugar:3.91g
4.34%
Cholesterol:105.74mg
35.25%
Sodium:467.27mg
20.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.85g
61.69%
Selenium:32.99µg
47.13%
Vitamin B12:2.75µg
45.8%
Zinc:5.95mg
39.68%
Phosphorus:354.21mg
35.42%
Vitamin B3:6.7mg
33.48%
Calcium:298.78mg
29.88%
Vitamin B2:0.42mg
24.42%
Vitamin B6:0.44mg
22.23%
Iron:4mg
22.22%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.63%
Folate:56.33µg
14.08%
Manganese:0.28mg
14%
Potassium:413.05mg
11.8%
Vitamin K:11.89µg
11.32%
Magnesium:39.06mg
9.77%
Vitamin A:392.97IU
7.86%
Vitamin E:1.15mg
7.69%
Copper:0.14mg
6.79%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.5%
Fiber:1.2g
4.81%
Vitamin C:1.65mg
2%
Vitamin D:0.28µg
1.89%