Jul 14 2026
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Chili Cheeseburger Recipe

Inspired by Plan b Burger Bar - Hartford
Time1h
Serves4

Beef patty topped with our house-made chili, frizzled onions & American cheese sauce

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Ingredients

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Chili

Frizzled Onions

Cheese Sauce

Burger Assembly

Method

Chili Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Beef

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.

  2. 2

    Add Vegetables and Spices

    Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion is translucent. Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Add Beans and Tomatoes

    Add kidney beans and diced tomatoes. Stir to combine and let simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Frizzled Onions Preparation

  1. 4

    Prepare the Onions

    In a bowl, combine flour and salt. Dredge the thinly sliced onions in the flour mixture until well coated.

  2. 5

    Fry the Onions

    In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the coated onions in batches. Fry until golden and crispy, about 3-5 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Cheese Sauce Preparation

  1. 6

    Make a Roux

    In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.

  2. 7

    Add Milk and Cheese

    Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until thickened. Add shredded cheddar cheese and salt, stirring until melted and smooth.

Burger Assembly

  1. 8

    Cook the Burgers

    Form the ground beef into 4 equal patties and season with salt and pepper. Grill or pan-fry over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your desired doneness.

  2. 9

    Assemble the Burgers

    Place a cooked burger patty on the bottom half of each bun. Top with a generous scoop of chili, a slice of American cheese, and frizzled onions. Cover with the top half of the bun.

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