Chipotle Pork Cheeseburgers Recipe

Name: Chipotle Pork Cheeseburgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground pork, not lean; 1 teaspoon olive oil, add if the pork is lean (optional); 2 teaspoons minced chipotle chiles in adobo, plus; 1 teaspoon adobo sauce; 2 garlic cloves, forced through a garlic press; 1 teaspoon salt, scant; 4 slices muenster cheese (I like pepper Jack, too); 4 hamburger buns, toasted; ¼ cup mayonnaise; 1 large tomatillo, husked, rinsed, sliced thinly (1/4 pound); 12 avocado, sliced (I use a whole Hass avocado); ½ cup fresh cilantro (I finely chop and mix with the mayo)

Servings: persons

1 lb ground pork, not lean
1 teaspoon olive oil, add if the pork is lean (optional)
2 teaspoons minced chipotle chiles in adobo, plus
1 teaspoon adobo sauce
2 garlic cloves, forced through a garlic press
1 teaspoon salt, scant
4 slices muenster cheese (I like pepper Jack, too)
4 hamburger buns, toasted
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 large tomatillo, husked, rinsed, sliced thinly (1/4 pound)
12 avocado, sliced (I use a whole Hass avocado)
½ cup fresh cilantro (I finely chop and mix with the mayo)

1
Prepare the grill for direct-heat cooking over medium heat.
2
Gently mix pork, olive oil (if using), chipotle, adobo sauce, garlic and a scant teaspoon salt until just combined.
3
Form into 4 (1/2-inch thick) patties.
4
Oil grill rack, then grill patties, covered, 4 minutes.
5
Flip patties and top with a slice of cheese.
6
Grill, covered, until just cooked through, about 1 to 2 minutes more.
7
Spread toasted buns with mayonnaise and assemble burgers with tomatillo, avocado, and cilantro.
8
Cook's note: Burgers can be grilled on a hot oiled grill pan over medium heat, about 10 minutes total, flipping once halfway through.

776

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* 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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground pork, not lean, 1 teaspoon olive oil, add if the pork is lean (optional), 2 teaspoons minced chipotle chiles in adobo, plus, 1 teaspoon adobo sauce, and more.

Yes, Chipotle Pork Cheeseburgers 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!

Chipotle Pork Cheeseburgers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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