Chili Quarter Pounder

Get ready to spice up your burger game with the irresistible Chili Quarter Pounder! This bold and flavorful recipe features juicy, perfectly seasoned beef patties infused with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and paprika for a smoky kick. Topped with melted sharp cheddar cheese and nestled on toasted buttery buns, each burger is layered with fresh lettuce, ripe tomato slices, crisp pickles, and sweet red onion. A generous dollop of zesty chili sauce ties it all together, creating a hearty, crave-worthy meal that’s ready in just 25 minutes. Perfect for backyard barbecues or weeknight dinners, this crowd-pleasing classic pairs wonderfully with fries, a crisp salad, or even a frosty beer. Try this spicy twist on the beloved quarter pounder and watch it become your new go-to burger recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat)
• 1 tbsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Onion powder
• 4 slices Sharp cheddar cheese slices
• 4 Burger buns
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 0.5 cup Chili sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• 4 Lettuce leaves
• 8 slices Tomato slices
• 12 Pickle slices
• 8 slices Red onion slices

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until the spices are evenly distributed in the meat.

Step 2

Divide the seasoned beef into 4 equal portions (about 4 ounces each). Shape each portion into a round patty about ½ inch thick. Use your thumb to make a slight indentation in the center of each patty; this helps them cook evenly.

Step 3

Preheat a skillet, grill pan, or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the cooking surface if needed.

Step 4

Place the beef patties on the hot skillet or grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium doneness, or adjust the cooking time to your preferred level of doneness.

Step 5

During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt. Remove the patties from the heat and let them rest for a couple of minutes.

Step 6

While the patties rest, toast the burger buns. Spread a thin layer of butter on the cut sides of the buns, and toast them on the skillet or grill until golden brown.

Step 7

To assemble the burgers, spread a generous layer of chili sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Add a lettuce leaf, a cooked beef patty with melted cheese, two slices of tomato, three pickle slices, and two slices of red onion.

Step 8

Top with the other half of the bun. Serve immediately with your favorite sides such as fries or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1272.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2507.2

Total Fat 157.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 498.9mg	0%
Sodium 5699.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 143.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 38.8g
Protein 123.0g	0%

Vitamin D 56.6IU	0%
Calcium 1183.5mg	0%
Iron 20.2mg	0%
Potassium 2337.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 23.1%