Best 9 Easy Italian Hamburgers Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Italy with these easy Italian hamburgers that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Tuscany. These succulent burgers are crafted with a blend of ground beef and Italian sausage, seasoned with a symphony of herbs like basil, oregano, and thyme, and complemented by the tangy brightness of sun-dried tomatoes. Served on toasted buns, they're topped with melted provolone cheese, roasted red peppers, and a zesty homemade marinara sauce. For a vegetarian twist, try the Italian veggie burgers, packed with zucchini, mushrooms, and bell peppers, and served with a creamy pesto sauce. And for a lighter option, the Italian turkey burgers offer a leaner alternative, topped with fresh mozzarella and a balsamic glaze. No matter your preference, these Italian-inspired hamburgers promise a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

HAMBURGER RECIPE



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A classic, juicy Hamburger Recipe made with ground chuck, a simple burger seasoning, and all of the classic burger toppings.

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ pounds ground chuck (80/20)*
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 buns (, toasted, if desired)
6 slices cheddar cheese (, or your favorite cheese)
6 Lettuce leaves
1 Beefsteak tomato (, sliced)
1/2 of a Red or white onion (, thinly sliced)
6 Pickle slices

Steps:

  • Make burger seasoning by combining all spices in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Divide ground chuck into 6 equal portions and gently from into 1/2 inch thick patties that are wider than the burger buns (as they will shrink). Use your thumb to press an indentation into the center of each patty. Cover and set aside.
  • Preheat grill to medium high heat. Just before cooking, sprinkle seasoning over the patties, then place on hot grill, indent-side up. Close grill lid and cook for 3-4 minutes, until the bottom of the burger is seared and juices are accumulating on top of the burger. Flip and cook an additional 3-4 minutes or until the beef reaches 160 degrees F.
  • Place cheese on burgers during the last minute of cooking. Remove to a plate and allow to rest for a few minutes before serving in a bun, with toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 81 mg, Sodium 464 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESY ITALIAN HAMBURGER CASSEROLE



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This easy casserole will quickly become a family favorite. The combination of spices and pasta makes this a great dish.

Provided by The Southern Lady Cooks

Categories     Main Course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef or you could use Italian sausage
2 cups uncooked rotini pasta (cooked)
1 cup chopped green onion or regular onion
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 (14.5 ounccan diced tomatoes (undrained)
1 (8 ounccan tomato sauce
1 (4 ounccan sliced mushrooms (drained)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried basil or could use fresh
1 (8 ouncpackage cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside. Brown ground beef, onions and green pepper in skillet on top of the stove and drain if needed. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, sliced mushrooms, garlic powder, Italian seasoning and basil to skillet and heat for about 10 minutes.
  • Spread pasta in the bottom of a large casserole dish. Cover with hamburger mixture. Combine softened cream cheese and sour cream by mixing together with a spoon and then spread over top of hamburger in casserole. Sprinkle on cheese. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

ITALIAN HAMBURGERS



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These burgers make a super supper that takes only minutes to prepare but still leaves the impression that I've spent time cooking.-Ronda Lawson, Dublin, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup chopped green pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground beef
6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Hot cooked spaghetti, optional

Steps:

  • Combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble beef and sprinkle 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese over mixture; mix well. Shape into six patties. , In a large skillet, cook patties for 2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Combine the tomato sauce and Italian seasoning; pour over patties. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until meat is no longer pink. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. serve patties and sauce over spaghetti if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 626mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

REAL HAMBURGERS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 10 to 12 hamburgers

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds ground chuck
1 pound ground sirloin
3 tablespoons steak sauce (recommended: Crosse & Blackwell)
6 extra-large egg yolks
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
12 hamburger buns

Steps:

  • Carefully mix the meats, steak sauce, egg yolks, salt, and pepper with the tines of a fork, but do not mash it. Lightly form each hamburger and lightly press into a patty shape. Make an indentation and put a thin slice of butter inside each hamburger, making sure the butter is entirely encased in the meat.
  • Heat a grill, broiler, or saute pan and cook the hamburgers for 3 to 5 minutes on each side until almost done. Remove to a plate and cover with aluminum foil. Allow the hamburgers to rest for 5 minutes and serve immediately on buns.

ITALIAN BURGERS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
8 deli slices Genoa salami
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, quartered
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds ground beef, preferably chuck
Vegetable oil, for the grill
4 semolina rolls, split
2 cups baby arugula
1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup fresh ricotta cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to medium high. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add the salami in a single layer and cook, turning once, until crisp, about 1 minute per side. Drain on paper towels.
  • Add the mushrooms to the skillet and cook, undisturbed, until browned, about 2 minutes. Stir and continue to cook until tender, about 5 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Form the beef into four 6-ounce patties, about 3/4 inch thick; press the center of each patty with your thumb to make a 1/2-inch-deep indentation. Season the patties on both sides with salt and pepper. Lightly brush the grill grates with vegetable oil, then grill the patties, indentation-side up, until marked on the bottom, about 5 minutes. Flip and cook until marked and slightly firm, about 3 more minutes for medium doneness. Remove the patties to a plate and let rest 5 minutes. Grill the rolls, cut-side down, until lightly toasted, about 1 minute.
  • Toss the arugula, vinegar, and olive oil to taste in a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Spread the ricotta on the bun bottoms and top with the burger patties, salami, mushrooms and arugula salad. Cover with the bun tops.

ITALIAN HAMBURGERS



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These tasty seasoned hamburgers are topped with tomato sauce and parmesan cheese. They make a quick and delicious meal. Serve alone or over pasta.

Provided by Chris from Kansas

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup chopped green pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4-1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 lb ground beef
6 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, divided
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
3/4 teaspoon italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Combine the first seven ingredients.
  • Add beef and 3 tblsp.
  • of parmesan cheese; mix well.
  • Shape into six patties.
  • In a skillet, brown patties for 2 minutes on each side.
  • Combine the tomato saude and italian seasoning; pour over patties.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.
  • Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Serve patties and sauce alone or over pasta if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.8, Fat 13.3, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 55.8, Sodium 646.6, Carbohydrate 11.8, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 4.1, Protein 18

THE PERFECT BASIC BURGER



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Nothing beats a simple hamburger on a warm summer evening! Ground beef is blended with an easy to prepare bread crumb mixture. Pile these burgers with your favorite condiments, pop open a cool drink and enjoy!

Provided by Lindsay Perejma

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Burger Recipes     100+ Hamburger Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 egg
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound ground beef
½ cup fine dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together egg, salt and pepper. Place ground beef and bread crumbs into the mixture. With hands or a fork, mix until well blended. Form into 4 patties approximately 3/4 inch thick.
  • Place patties on the prepared grill. Cover and cook 6 to 8 minutes per side, or to desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 124.5 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 474.5 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

EASY ITALIAN BURGERS



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Make and share this Easy Italian Burgers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by txghog

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 28m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb ground round
1/3 cup spaghetti sauce
3 tablespoons finely chopped onions
4 slices provolone cheese (1 ounce each)
8 slices Italian bread

Steps:

  • Mix the ground round, spaghetti sauce and onion.
  • Shape mixture into four patties, each about 3/4-inch thick.
  • Set oven to broil.
  • Place patties on rack in broiler pan.
  • Broil with tops about 3 inches from heat for 12 minutes, turning halfway through.
  • Top each patty with a slice of cheese.
  • Broil about 1 minute more or until beef is no longer pink in the middle and juice is clear.
  • Serve between bread slices, with additional spaghetti sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 513.3, Fat 32, SaturatedFat 13.9, Cholesterol 99.8, Sodium 655.2, Carbohydrate 23.7, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2.7, Protein 30.6

GRILLED ITALIAN BURGERS



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When all I had available was ground beef and I was tired of plain-old hamburgers, I invented these. A good dose of Italian seasonings and mozzarella makes them unique. They're perfect with homemade French fries for a quick meal. -Rebekah Beyer, Sabetha, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground beef
Marinara or spaghetti sauce, warmed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup cheese and seasonings. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties., Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 160°, 4-5 minutes on each side. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; grill, covered, until cheese is melted, 1-2 minutes longer. Serve with marinara sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 282mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 27g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ground beef for the best flavor.
  • Season the beef patties generously with salt and pepper.
  • Form the beef patties into 1-inch thick patties.
  • Cook the beef patties over medium heat for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  • Toast the buns before serving.
  • Top the burgers with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles.

Conclusion:

These easy Italian hamburgers are a delicious and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or for a fun weekend cookout. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious burger that is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a new burger recipe, give these Italian hamburgers a try. You won't be disappointed!

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