Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsHometown Country KitchenChili Cheeseburger Recipe

Chili Cheeseburger Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Make Chili Cheeseburger Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Cheeseburger Assembly

Method

Prepare Burger Patties

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

  2. 2

    Form Patties

    Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty.

Cook Burger Patties

  1. 3

    Preheat Grill or Pan

    Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. 4

    Cook Patties

    Cook the patties on the grill or skillet for approximately 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.

  3. 5

    Add Cheese

    During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt.

Prepare Chili Topping

  1. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium saucepan, combine the canned kidney beans, canned diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, jalapeño peppers, and salt.

  2. 7

    Simmer

    Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it comes to a simmer. Let it cook for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Assemble Cheeseburgers

  1. 8

    Prepare Buns

    Toast the hamburger buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster.

  2. 9

    Layer Ingredients

    On the bottom half of each bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by the cheeseburger patty, a few spoonfuls of the chili topping, sliced tomato, and pickles.

  3. 10

    Add Ketchup

    Top with ketchup and cover with the other half of the bun.

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