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Honey BBQ Cowboy Burgers Recipe

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These Honey BBQ Cowboy Burgers combine juicy grilled beef patties seasoned with sweet and smoky Honey BBQ sauce, topped with melted cheddar, crispy onion rings, fresh lettuce, and tomato, all sandwiched in toasted hamburger buns for a perfect backyard cookout treat.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

For the Burgers

  • 2 lbs. ground beef
  • 2 tbsp Sweet Baby Ray’s Honey BBQ Sauce
  • 2 tbsp mayo
  • 1 1/2 tbsp seasoned salt (divided)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 8 slices cheddar cheese

For Assembly

  • 8 hamburger buns
  • 16 frozen onion rings (cooked according to package instructions)
  • Sweet Baby Ray’s Honey BBQ Sauce (additional for topping)
  • Lettuce leaves
  • Sliced tomato

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium-high. Brush the grates and lightly oil them to prevent the burgers from sticking during cooking.
  2. Prepare the burger mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, 2 tablespoons of Honey BBQ Sauce, mayo, 1 tablespoon of seasoned salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated. Then shape the mixture into 8 equal round patties.
  3. Create indentations and season: Press a shallow indentation into the center of each patty with your thumb or finger to ensure even cooking. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of seasoned salt evenly over the patties.
  4. Grill the burgers: Place the patties on the grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness. During the last moments of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt.
  5. Cook onion rings: Meanwhile, cook the frozen onion rings according to the package instructions until crispy.
  6. Assemble the burgers: On each hamburger bun bottom, layer lettuce and sliced tomato, followed by the cheesy burger patty. Drizzle 1 to 2 tablespoons of Sweet Baby Ray’s Honey BBQ Sauce over the patty, then add two crispy onion rings. Top with the upper bun and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Pressing an indentation in the patties helps prevent the burgers from puffing up and promotes even cooking.
  • Adjust the amount of BBQ sauce based on your preferred sweetness and tang.
  • Feel free to substitute beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option, but cooking times and doneness should be monitored closely.
  • For added smoky flavor, consider adding smoked paprika or chipotle powder to the burger mix.
  • Ensure onion rings are fully cooked and crispy before adding to the burger for best texture contrast.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/honey-bbq-cowboy-burgers-recipe/