Best 6 Zesty Chipotle Cheddar Burgers Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our zesty chipotle cheddar burgers, a harmonious blend of bold flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. These burgers are not just ordinary patties; they're an explosion of taste, featuring a juicy, seasoned beef patty topped with a zesty chipotle cheddar cheese sauce, crispy bacon, and a medley of fresh toppings. Served on a toasted bun with your choice of sides, these burgers promise a satisfying meal that will hit all the right spots.

For those with dietary preferences, we've included a vegetarian alternative featuring a flavorful black bean patty, a vegan option with a protein-packed lentil patty, and a turkey burger for a leaner choice. Each burger is carefully crafted to maintain the same level of zest and satisfaction as the classic beef burger.

Additionally, we've included a recipe for homemade burger buns, allowing you to elevate your burger experience with soft, fluffy buns made from scratch. The buns are simple to make and perfectly complement the bold flavors of the burgers.

To round off your meal, we've included recipes for three tantalizing sauces: a classic burger sauce, a spicy chipotle mayonnaise, and a creamy avocado sauce. These sauces add an extra layer of flavor and texture to the burgers, allowing you to customize your burger to your liking.

Our zesty chipotle cheddar burgers are not just a meal; they're an experience. Whether you're a burger enthusiast or simply looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, these burgers have something for everyone. So gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHIPOTLE CHEESEBURGERS



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 burgers

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/2 pounds ground beef, 80/20
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, preferably Mexican
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup sour cream
3 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, finely chopped, plus 3 tablespoons adobo sauce
1/3 cup finely chopped white onion
1 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 whole-wheat buns, split
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
4 slices Cheddar
1 avocado, thinly sliced
Tomato slices, for topping
Green-leaf lettuce leaves, for topping
Red onion slices, for topping

Steps:

  • To make the patties: Combine the beef, oregano, salt, garlic powder, and pepper to taste in a medium bowl and mix well. Shape into patties a little more than 1/2-inch thick, place on a plate, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • To make the sauce: Stir together the sour cream, chipotles, adobo sauce, onions, cilantro, salt, and pepper to taste in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • To make the burgers: Oil a grill rack and preheat the grill on high for 5 minutes. Spread the bun faces lightly with the butter. Grill the burgers over direct heat on medium-high (on a charcoal grill, set the burgers just outside the center of the grill rack), with the grill covered, for 4 minutes. Flip the burgers, top each with a slice of Cheddar, and grill, covered, 4 minutes more. Remove the burgers to a plate.
  • Grill the buns, buttered-side down, over indirect heat, until golden, about 2 minutes. Set a burger on each bun bottom and top with avocado, tomato, lettuce, red onion and a dab of chipotle sauce. Top with the remaining bun halves and serve.

CHIPOTLE BURGERS



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Categories     Sandwich     Beef     Onion     Pepper     Quick & Easy     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons canned chipotle chiles in adobo, including sauce
1 lb ground beef chuck
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
4 English muffins or hamburger buns, halved horizontally

Steps:

  • Prepare grill for cooking over medium-hot charcoal (moderate heat for gas); see "Grilling Procedure," below.
  • Meanwhile, open any whole chipotles and discard seeds, then mince chipotles.
  • Mix chipotles (with sauce), beef, onion, and salt with your hands, then form mixture into 4 (3/4-inch-thick) patties.
  • Grill burgers on lightly oiled grill rack, covered only if using gas grill, turning over once, 4 minutes total for medium-rare. Grill English muffins, cut sides down, until grill marks appear, about 30 seconds. Serve burgers in English muffins.
  • Grilling Procedure
  • If using a charcoal grill, open vents on bottom of grill, then light charcoal. When charcoal turns grayish white (about 15 minutes from lighting), hold your hand 5 inches above grill rack to determine heat for charcoal as follows:
  • Hot: When you can hold your hand there for 1 to 2 seconds
  • Medium-hot: 3 to 4 seconds
  • Low: 5 to 6 seconds
  • If using a gas grill, preheat burners on high, covered, 10 minutes, then, if necessary, reduce to heat specified in recipe.

CHIPOTLE CHEESEBURGERS



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Heat up a casual meal with these zippy mozzarella burgers. You can substitute ground turkey for the beef and your favorite sliced cheese. -Crystal Bruns, Iliff, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground beef
4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
4 hamburger buns, split and toasted
Lettuce leaves and tomato slices, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties. , Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Top with cheese. Cook 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Serve on buns with lettuce and tomato if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 838mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

BACON & CHEDDAR CHIPOTLE BURGERS



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I had ground beef thawed, a 1/2 used can of chipotle in adobo and didn't know what to make. I honestly didn't even think about using the chipotles until I came across a recipe here using them. I didn't really follow that recipe much though :-) I looked at around 20 burger recipes trying to decide what to do. As I started looking, I started writing a list of the items from each recipe that sounded good. Then I put them together and made this. I found that my Kaiser rolls had molded and had to do a "quick bread change" and I think it came out better for it. The handsome man (DB) liked it so much he asked me to write it down immediately, then he had me read it back to him to make sure I didn't forget anything LOL.

Provided by Teddys Mommy

Categories     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 2 Sandwiches, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 slices red onions, finely sliced
6 slices tomatoes
6 slices bacon
4 slices sourdough bread, toasted
2 slices sharp cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup shiraz wine (syrah)
1/2 cup portabella mushroom, sliced
1 lb ground beef
1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from can of chipotle in adobo)
3 chipotle peppers, diced (from can)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 cup toasted wheat germ
1/4 cup ranch dressing, I used Hidden Valley Ranch
1 tablespoon dried chipotle powder

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients for meat together in a medium sized bowl. Allow to sit while preparing other items.
  • Mix all ingredients for dressing. Place into refrigerator until ready to use.
  • Slice tomatoes, onions & mushrooms.
  • Melt butter under medium heat, add olive oil & syrah, saute mushrooms until cooked & slightly browned. Set aside.
  • Cook bacon. I prefer to fry it but use whatever method you prefer. Set aside.
  • Toast sour dough bread.
  • Form meat into two large patties the same shape as your bread.
  • Place patties on pre-heated grill & grill until moderately charred on the outside and medium or medium rare on the inside.
  • When patties are almost done place cheese on patties. Cook until melted.
  • Spread dressing on bread, to the thickness you prefer.
  • Place patty on bread along with all toppings (mushrooms, bacon, tomatoes, & onions.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1594.4, Fat 107.4, SaturatedFat 37.5, Cholesterol 253.2, Sodium 2188.2, Carbohydrate 82.3, Fiber 8, Sugar 5.7, Protein 72.5

SIZZLIN' CHIPOTLE CHEDDAR BURGER



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Say hello to the Sizzlin' Chipotle Cheese Burger. Our Sizzlin' Chipotle Cheese Burger is a lot of sweet, tangy, cheesy, garlicky, oniony fun on a bun.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb. lean ground beef
1/4 cup finely chopped red onions
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced, divided
1/2 cup KRAFT Spicy Honey Barbecue Sauce
4 hamburger buns
4 KRAFT Big Slice Sharp Cheddar Cheese Slices
4 lettuce leaves
4 tomato slices

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium heat.
  • Mix meat, onions and half the chipotle peppers just until blended; shape into 4 (1/2-inch-thick) patties. Stir remaining chipotle peppers into barbecue sauce. Brush half the barbecue sauce mixture evenly onto cut sides of buns.
  • Grill patties 8 min.; turn. Brush with remaining barbecue sauce. Grill 4 min. or until burgers are done (160ºF). Top burgers with cheese and place buns, cut sides down, on grill grate; grill 1 min. or until cheese is melted and buns are lightly toasted.
  • Fill buns with lettuce, tomatoes and cheeseburgers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 800 mg, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 18 g, Protein 26 g

TURKEY-CHEDDAR-CHIPOTLE BURGERS



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Can't decide between burgers and Mexican food? Combine 'em in this spicy turkey cheeseburger, ready to eat in 25 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (20 oz) ground turkey
2 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce (from 7-oz can), finely chopped
3 sticks (1 oz each) Cheddar cheese, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (1/2 cup)
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 slices Cheddar cheese
4 hamburger buns, split
4 leaves leaf lettuce, if desired
1/4 cup Old El Paso™ salsa

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. In large bowl, mix turkey, chiles, cheese pieces and salt. Shape mixture into 4 patties, about 3/4 inch thick.
  • Place patties on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 13 to 15 minutes, turning once, until meat thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 165°F. Top each burger with 1 slice cheese. Cover grill; cook about 30 seconds longer or until cheese begins to melt.
  • On bun bottoms, place lettuce and burgers; top each with 1 tablespoon salsa. Cover with bun top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Burger, Sodium 970 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ground beef: 80/20 ground chuck is a good option, as it has enough fat to keep the burgers moist but not too much that they're greasy.
  • Season the beef liberally: Don't be afraid to add plenty of salt, pepper, and other spices to the beef. This will help to develop flavor and keep the burgers from tasting bland.
  • Form the burgers gently: Don't overwork the beef, as this will make the burgers tough. Just gently shape them into patties that are about 3/4-inch thick.
  • Cook the burgers over medium heat: This will help to prevent the burgers from burning on the outside while they're still raw on the inside.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the burgers are cooked to your desired doneness: Medium-rare is recommended for a juicy burger.
  • Let the burgers rest before serving: This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the burgers, making them more tender and flavorful.
  • Top the burgers with your favorite toppings: Some popular options include cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Get creative and experiment with different toppings to find your perfect burger.

Conclusion:

Zesty Chipotle Cheddar Burgers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With their flavorful chipotle cheddar sauce, juicy ground beef patties, and fresh toppings, these burgers are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a burger recipe that will impress your friends and family, give Zesty Chipotle Cheddar Burgers a try. You won't be disappointed!

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