How to Make Chef John's Grilled Bacon Meatloaf Burgers - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to grilling, few things can beat the flavor and juiciness of a perfectly cooked burger. And when you add bacon and meatloaf into the mix, you've got a truly epic meal on your hands. Chef John's Grilled Bacon Meatloaf Burgers are a mouthwatering combination of two classic comfort foods - meatloaf and burgers - all cooked together on the grill for a truly unforgettable dining experience.

This recipe takes all the delicious flavors of a traditional meatloaf and combines the...

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Ingredients

  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • pinch dried thyme
  • cayenne pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup plain bread crumbs
  • ⅔ cup chopped cooked bacon
  • 1 pound ground chuck beef (85% lean)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Whisk egg, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, brown sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl. Add breadcrumbs and chopped cooked bacon. Crumble in the ground beef. Mix with your fingers until bacon and breadcrumbs are distributed evenly.
  • Form mixture into 4 burgers with your wet hands. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled thoroughly, about 3 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place burgers on the grate and cook, turing occasionally, until firm and cooked to your desired doneness. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read between 145 and 150 degrees F (63 degrees C). Let burgers rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    520 cal.

    • Total Fat: 38g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 165mg
    • Sodium: 1389mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 34g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 44mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 548mg