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Stovetop Burgers

Stovetop Burgers are a go-to easy dinner! Learn how to cook burgers on the stovetop so you can make the best burgers all year round!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 burgers
Author: Kristin Maxwell

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds ground chuck
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Butter or olive oil for the pan

Burger Assembly

  • 6 Hamburger buns
  • Optional hamburger toppings: Lettuce, sliced tomato, sliced red onions, sliced American or cheddar cheese, pickles, mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard

Instructions

  • Place the ground beef in a large bowl and sprinkle on the salt, and pepper. Mash the meat with clean hands several times until combined.
  • Again using your hands, form 6 equal sized patties from the ground beef. They will shrink up quite a bit as they cook, so you want to make them fairly large, about 4” across and less than an inch thick. Use your thumb to make an indentation in the center of the patty.
  • Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a tablespoon of butter or olive oil in the skillet.
  • Toast the buns (optional). Place the buns cut side down in the skillet until lightly browned. Transfer to a plate, loosely tent with foil to keep warm and set aside.
  • Turn the heat to medium-high. Place the patties in the pan, working in batches if necessary to keep from overcrowding. Cook for 3-5 minutes per side. Flip, add cheese if desired, and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, until desired doneness is reached. (Food safe internal temperature is 160 degrees F.) Resist the urge to press down on the patties or to constantly flip or move them. You want to leave them alone so they get a nice sear.
  • Transfer the burgers to the toasted buns and add your desired toppings.

Notes

Burger Cooking Times
  • Medium (pink center): 7-8 minutes
  • Medium-Well (slightly pink center): 9 minutes
  • Well Done (no pink): 10 minutes
Storing leftovers: If you happen to have a few burgers leftover, let them cool then wrap them up in an airtight container in the fridge. They will remain fresh for 3-4 days.
Reheating: You can reheat them in the microwave or on the stovetop with a little butter or oil.
Freezer: To freeze cooked burgers, let them cool then wrap tightly in plastic wrap to preserve their flavor. Place them in a freezer bag and they'll be good for up to 4 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 408kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 482mg | Potassium: 361mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 4mg

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