Stovetop Burgers - How to Cook Burgers on the Stove (by BADR)

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Resting Time 30

Total Time 20

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 4 people

Calories 485 kcal

Equipment

1 saucepan (optional)
1 spatula

Ingredients

1. Place ground chuck in a medium-size mixing bowl and sprinkle with salt & pepper. Mix gently to combine, but don’t overwork the meat.
2. Divide the meat into four equal portions.
3. Place one portion on a plate and gently press it into a 1-inch thick, round patty. (The patty should not be smooth – leave some craggy edges and don’t press it too flat.)
4. With your thumb or fingers, press a “moat”, approximately ¼-½ inch from the edge, around the circumference of the burger - be sure the edge of the burger is a little higher than the indentation. This will ensure the burger will flatten out while cooking. Repeat this process with each portion.
5. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, carefully place the patties in the skillet (no need to grease skillet) leaving some space between each patty.
6. Cook the burgers until nicely seared and they have browned halfway up the sides.
7. Flip the burgers and cook to your liking. (*NOTE - To ensure all bacteria has been killed, the USDA recommends cooking burgers to an internal temperature of 160°F.)
8. If adding cheese: remove the pan from the heat and place the cheese atop the burgers. Cover the skillet and allow the residual heat/steam to melt the cheese.
9. Serve on toasted buns topped with your favorite toppings.

Instructions

Stovetop Burgers - How to Cook Burgers on the Stove
Cooking burgers on the stove is a quick and easy method that yields juicy hamburgers or cheeseburgers. Forget the grill and use this recipe any time of year!Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground chuck (80%-85% lean)
- kosher or sea salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 slices American or Cheddar Cheese
- 4 Burger Buns
- Condiments of choice such as ketchup, mustard, and mayo.
- Toppings such as lettuce, tomato, red onion, and pickles.
Instructions:
1. Place ground chuck in a medium-size mixing bowl and sprinkle with salt & pepper. Mix gently to combine, but don’t overwork the meat.
2. Divide the meat into four equal portions.
3. Place one portion on a plate and gently press it into a 1-inch thick, round patty. (The patty should not be smooth – leave some craggy edges and don’t press it too flat.)
4. With your thumb or fingers, press a “moat”, approximately ¼-½ inch from the edge, around the circumference of the burger - be sure the edge of the burger is a little higher than the indentation. This will ensure the burger will flatten out while cooking. Repeat this process with each portion.
5. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, carefully place the patties in the skillet (no need to grease skillet) leaving some space between each patty.
6. Cook the burgers until nicely seared and they have browned halfway up the sides.
7. Flip the burgers and cook to your liking. (*NOTE - To ensure all bacteria has been killed, the USDA recommends cooking burgers to an internal temperature of 160°F.)
8. If adding cheese: remove the pan from the heat and place the cheese atop the burgers. Cover the skillet and allow the residual heat/steam to melt the cheese.
9. Serve on toasted buns topped with your favorite toppings.
10. Enjoy!
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keywords: how to cook burgers on the stove, stovetop burgers
Nutrition Facts: Calories: 485 kcal, Carbs: 22 g, Protein: 27 g, Fat: 30 g, Saturated Fat: 12 g, Cholesterol: 101 mg, Sodium: 641 mg, Sugar: 3 g

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to a week. Great for parties or gifting!