Best 6 Southwestern Skillet Burgers Recipes

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**Southwestern Skillet Burgers: A Culinary Symphony of Bold Flavors**

In the realm of burgers, the Southwestern Skillet Burger stands out as a tantalizing fusion of bold flavors and rustic charm. This culinary masterpiece combines the classic comfort of a burger with the vibrant zest of Southwestern spices, creating a symphony of taste that will leave your palate dancing with delight. With its juicy patty nestled amidst a medley of sautéed vegetables, gooey melted cheese, and a zesty homemade sauce, this burger is a testament to the harmonious blend of flavors. Alongside the main recipe, this article presents variations that cater to diverse dietary preferences, including a vegetarian-friendly black bean burger and a lean ground turkey burger. Whether you're a meat lover, a vegetarian seeking a hearty protein alternative, or simply a culinary adventurer, this collection of Southwestern skillet burger recipes promises an unforgettable taste experience.

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BUTTER BEAN BURGERS WITH SOUTHWESTERN SAUCE



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Enjoy these delicious butter bean patties served with Southwestern sauce - a spicy skillet dinner that's ready in 35 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (15 to 16 oz) butter beans, drained, rinsed
1 egg, beaten
10 round buttery crackers, crushed (1/3 cup)
2 tablespoons chili sauce
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (from 1-lb bag)
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can (14 1/2 oz) Mexican-style stewed tomatoes with jalapeño peppers, garlic and onion, undrained

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mash beans with fork. Stir in remaining patty ingredients. Shape mixture into 4 patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
  • Spray 10-inch skillet with cooking spray. Cook patties in skillet 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until golden brown. Remove from skillet; keep warm.
  • In same skillet, mix sauce ingredients. Cook over medium-low heat 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender. Serve sauce over patties.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 700 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SOUTHWESTERN BACKYARD BURGERS



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Whether you're in the stadium parking lot or on your patio, these Southwestern-style burgers are great on the grill. Sometimes I make six patties rather than eight because I like my burgers bigger and better! -Robert Hodges, San Diego, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon hickory liquid smoke, optional
1/2 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 12 crackers)
4-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
3 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 pound bulk pork sausage
8 slices pepper jack cheese
8 sesame seed hamburger buns, split
Lettuce leaves and tomato slices
Toppings of your choice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef and sausage over mixture and mix well. Shape into eight patties. , Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Top with cheese. Grill 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted. , Grill buns, cut side down, for 1-2 minutes or until toasted. Serve burgers on buns with lettuce, tomato and toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495 calories, Fat 25g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 908mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

SKILLET BURGERS



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Skillet burgers are convenient if you don't have an outdoor grill.

Provided by bearkat0506

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Burger Recipes     100+ Hamburger Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound ground beef
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Form ground beef into 4 equal burgers.
  • Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add burgers and cook until browned, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Season burgers with 1/2 of the salt and 1/2 of the pepper, flip, and cook for 6 minutes. Season with remaining salt and pepper, flip, and cook for another 6 minutes.
  • Pour 1/2 of the Worcestershire sauce onto the burgers, flip, and cook for 2 minutes. Repeat with remaining sauce and cook, about 2 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.4 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 69.6 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 439.8 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

SAVORY SKILLET BURGERS



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A last-minute quick meal turned into a family favorite. Best homemade skillet burgers I have ever had and they are surprisingly not too bad for you! Making them into sliders on lightly toasted sourdough is an amazing gourmet treat for guests! My boyfriend got out the ketchup, and after one bite of these burgers he put the ketchup away. These burgers are perfect as-is--you don't even need buns!

Provided by C Biskit

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Burger Recipes     100+ Hamburger Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon oil, or as needed
1 ¼ pounds lean ground beef
½ cup egg whites
⅓ cup chopped and drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
3 ounces crumbled goat cheese, or more to taste
2 teaspoons sea salt
1 teaspoon steak seasoning
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
2 tablespoons liquid hickory smoke seasoning

Steps:

  • Lightly oil a large skillet and put over low heat.
  • Mix ground beef, egg whites, sun-dried tomatoes, goat cheese, sea salt, steak seasoning, and parsley in a large bowl. Shape into 5 hamburger patties.
  • Put patties in the skillet and cook for 5 minutes. Flip and cook another 5 minutes. Increase heat to medium or medium-high, cover, and continue to cook, flipping occasionally, until burgers are cooked through and juicy, 5 to 10 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C). Top with liquid hickory smoke seasoning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.9 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 1650.2 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

SOUTHWEST SKILLET



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I was born and raised on a farm and still live on one with my husband and kids. We build up hearty appetites, and this Mexican-style dish always pleases.-Becky Paxton, Afton, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup uncooked instant rice
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons chopped green pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup corn chips
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, tomatoes, rice, water, green pepper and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with corn chips and cheese. Cover and let stand for 3 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts :

SOUTHWEST BURGER



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We love burgers and have them every Saturday in summer. We also have a favorite burrito recipe. One day, we got the bright idea to combine two of our favorite recipe. Voila! Our Southwestern Burgers were created. -Tammy Fortney Deer Park, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
4 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds lean ground beef
3/4 pound bulk pork sausage
8 slices Monterey Jack cheese
8 hamburger buns, split, toasted
8 lettuce leaves
1 large tomato, sliced
1 to 2 ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
Mayonnaise or mustard, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef and sausage over mixture; mix well. Shape into eight patties. , Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Top each burger with a cheese slice. , Grill 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese begins to melt. Serve on buns with the lettuce, tomato, avocado and mayonnaise or mustard if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516 calories, Fat 29g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 888mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

Tips:

  • Use ground chuck or ground sirloin for the burgers, as they have a good amount of fat and flavor.
  • Season the burgers generously with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. This will give them a delicious Southwestern flavor.
  • Form the burgers into patties that are about 1/2-inch thick. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Cook the burgers over medium heat until they are cooked through. This will take about 5-7 minutes per side.
  • Serve the burgers on buns with your favorite toppings, such as guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and shredded cheese.
  • For a healthier version of the burgers, use ground turkey or ground chicken instead of beef.
  • You can also make these burgers in the oven. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and bake the burgers for 15-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through.

Conclusion:

Southwestern skillet burgers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a casual dinner or party. They are packed with flavor and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a new burger recipe, give these Southwestern skillet burgers a try!

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