Tex-Mex Bacon Cheeseburger Recipe

Name: Tex-Mex Bacon Cheeseburger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 slices good-quality smokey bacon, 4 slices finely chopped and 8 left whole; 1 14 lbs 80% lean ground beef; 3 -4 tablespoons grated onions; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons pureed chipotle chiles in adobo; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; salt; pepper; extra virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 cup milk; 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese; 1 (14 ounce) candiced tomatoes with green chilies, well drained; 4 soft burger rolls, split; crisp yellow corn chips; chopped onion, tomatoes, cilantro, and pickled jalapenos

Servings: persons

12 slices good-quality smokey bacon, 4 slices finely chopped and 8 left whole
1 14 lbs 80% lean ground beef
3 -4 tablespoons grated onions
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons pureed chipotle chiles in adobo
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
salt
pepper
extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 (14 ounce) candiced tomatoes with green chilies, well drained
4 soft burger rolls, split
crisp yellow corn chips
chopped onion, tomatoes, cilantro, and pickled jalapenos

1
Arrange the 8 whole bacon slices on a broiler pan and bake at 375 degrees until crisp, 10-12 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, preheat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
3
Combine the beef, chopped bacon, grated onion, garlic, chiopotle puree and Worcestershire sauce; season with s&p.
4
Form into 4 patties (thinner at the center) drizzle with oil.
5
Grill the burgers for 5 minutes on each side for medium.
6
Make the queso sauce in a medium sauce pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
7
Whisk in the flour for 1 minute then whisk in the milk.
8
Stir in the cheese to melt.
9
Stir in the tomatoes.
10
Place the burgers on the bun bottoms and top with the queso sauce, criss-crossed bacon strips, corn chips, and remaining toppings and bun tops.
11
Serve extra sauce on the side.

976

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 slices good-quality smokey bacon, 4 slices finely chopped and 8 left whole, 1 14 lbs 80% lean ground beef, 3 -4 tablespoons grated onions, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Tex-Mex Bacon Cheeseburger 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.

Tex-Mex Bacon Cheeseburger

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions