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A bacon Swiss burger topped with lettuce, tomato, and dill pickle chips.
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Bacon Swiss Burger

This bacon Swiss burger is smashed and cooked in a cast-iron skillet on the grill to achieve a crispy crust and juicy interior. Topped with bacon, Swiss cheese, and all the fixings, it's our newest go-to burger.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Mains
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 765

Ingredients

For the burgers

  • 2 pounds 80/20 lean ground beef
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 12 strips bacon, cooked crisp
  • 6 slices Swiss or American cheese (or you can use a shredded cheese blend)
  • 6 store-bought or homemade hamburger buns

For the toppings

  • mayonnaise
  • Leaf lettuce
  • Tomato slices
  • Dill pickle slices
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Instructions

Make the burgers

  • If using a charcoal grill, open the bottom vent of a charcoal grill completely. Light a charcoal chimney starter filled with charcoal. When the coals are covered with gray ash, pour them onto the bottom grate of the grill. Adjust the vents as needed to maintain an internal temperature of 400°F (204°C).If using a gas grill, preheat to medium-high (400°F | 204°C).

    ☞ TESTER TIP: If you don't have access to a grill, or the weather isn't cooperating, these burgers can easily be made on the stovetop using a cast-iron grill over medium-high heat.

  • While the grill is heating, loosely form the beef into six 1/3-pound (151 g) patties, about 1-inch (25-mm) thick. Season each patty with salt and pepper.
  • Once the grill reaches 400°F (204°C), place a large, seasoned cast-iron skillet on the grill grate over direct heat and let the skillet heat for 2 minutes.

    ☞ TESTER TIP: If your grill is large enough, cook all the burgers at once using 2 skillets or a cast-iron flat top griddle placed directly on the grill.

  • Add 3 of the patties to the skillet and gently smash each once with a spatula. You should hear a sizzle. Cook undisturbed and uncovered, until they develop a sear, 3 to 3 1/2 minutes, depending on how well done you like your burgers.
  • Flip the patties, and cook to the desired doneness, 2 to 3 1/2 minutes for medium-rare.
  • Divvy half of the bacon and cheese among the patties, cover the grill, and cook just until the cheese has melted, 30 to 45 seconds. Transfer the patties to a plate and keep warm while repeating with the second batch.
  • If desired, add the buns to the hot skillet, cut-sides down, working in batches again, and toast in the pan drippings until lightly browned, about 1 minute.

Assemble the burgers with your toppings

  • Generously spread some of the mayonnaise on the cut sides of each toasted bun, add the burgers, and top with your desired toppings. Sandwich 'em up and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burger | Calories: 765kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 56g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Monounsaturated Fat: 23g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 157mg | Sodium: 958mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g