Bacon Cheeseburger Recipe

Name: Bacon Cheeseburger Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground chuck (15 to 20 percent fat content); 8 bacon slices, cut in half crosswise; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 8 slices cheddar, Swiss, or American cheese (about 6 ounces); 4 hamburger buns, split and toasted; Iceberg lettuce; Sliced tomato; Sliced pickles; Ketchup, mayonnaise, mustard

Servings: persons

1
Heat the oven to 200 degrees F, arrange a rack in the middle, and place a baking sheet on the rack.
2
Divide the meat into 4 equal portions.
3
Shape each portion into an even 1/2-inch-thick patty thats about 1 inch wider in diameter than the hamburger buns.
4
Using your thumb, make a shallow 1-1/2-inch-wide indentation in the center of each patty.
5
Place the bacon in a large frying pan.
6
Cook over medium heat, turning once, until browned and crispy, about 10 minutes.
7
(Depending on the size of your pan, you may need to do this in 2 batches.)
8
Transfer the bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate and set it aside.
9
Remove about half of the bacon fat from the pan and set it aside.
10
Season the hamburger patties generously on both sides so that you can see a thin layer of salt and pepper.
11
Return the pan to medium heat, place 2 of the patties in the pan indentation-side up, and let them cook undisturbed in the bacon fat until browned on the bottom (do not press down on them), about 4 minutes.
12
Flip the patties over, place 2 slices of cheese on each, and continue cooking until the patties are just slightly pink in the center for medium and the cheese is melted, about 4 minutes more.
13
Transfer to the baking sheet in the oven to keep warm.
14
Wipe out the pan with paper towels, add the reserved bacon fat, and cook the remaining 2 patties.
15
When all of the burgers are ready, place a patty on each bun bottom, top with 4 of the bacon pieces, garnish as desired, and cover with a bun top.

1486

kcal

Calories

114

Fat

Carbs

106

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds ground chuck (15 to 20 percent fat content), 8 bacon slices, cut in half crosswise, Kosher salt, Freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Bacon Cheeseburger Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!