Grilled Flame-Broiled Beef Burger with Smoky Chipotle Mayo
A juicy flame-broiled beef patty topped with melted cheddar and smoky chipotle mayo, served on a toasted brioche bun for a classic burger experience. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs ground beef, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz ground beef
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 cheddar cheese slices
- 1 brioche bun
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp, minced chipotle in adobo sauce
- 1 lettuce leaf
- 2 tomato slices
- 3 rings red onion slices
- 1 tbsp olive oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 8 oz ground beef with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper; gently mix to incorporate seasoning without overworking. Form into a 4-inch diameter patty about 3/4 inch thick.
- Step 2: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat to 450°F. Brush 1 tbsp olive oil on the grill grates to prevent sticking.
- Step 3: Place the beef patty on the grill and cook for 4 minutes on the first side until grill marks develop and the edges begin to brown.
- Step 4: Flip the patty and immediately place 2 slices cheddar cheese on top. Grill for another 3-4 minutes until cheese melts and internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Step 5: Meanwhile, split 1 brioche bun and toast cut sides on the grill for 1-2 minutes until golden and slightly crisp.
- Step 6: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp mayonnaise with 1 tsp minced chipotle in adobo sauce until well combined.
- Step 7: Assemble the burger by spreading the chipotle mayo on both bun halves, then layering 1 lettuce leaf, grilled patty with melted cheese, 2 tomato slices, and 3 red onion rings. Close the sandwich and serve immediately.









