In order to bring out the natural beefy goodness of these burgers and keep you coming back for more, these pellet grill burgers are kissed with a little smoke and seared just before serving.
When we first used this technique, we were astounded at how flavorful and tender the burgers were, and how simple the cooking process was. derrickriches.com
The BEST Pellet Grill Burger Recipe! | Smoked Burgers On Pellet Grill
The Best Pellet Grill Burger 🔗
Nothing is better than a burger that has been hit with a little smoke and then seared right before coming off the grill. The smoke kicks up the natural beef flavor of the patties and works really well with a flavorful cheese (blue is my favorite), grilled onions, and a dash or two of your favorite barbecue sauce. This is the best pellet grill burger. After biting into this, you are guaranteed to do a happy dance!
Prep: 10min
Total: 70min
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 552 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 36 g, Saturated Fat 13 g, Trans Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 121 mg, Sodium 329 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 3 pounds ground chuck
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 11/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 red onion (raw or smoked (see instructions))
- 6 slices Blue cheese or Pepper Jack ((or cheese of choice))
- 1 cup Barbecue sauce ((see notes))
- 6 hamburger buns
- 2 medium tomatoes (sliced)
- 12 slices cooked bacon
Instruction:
- Prepare your pellet grill for 225 degrees F.
- Form ground beef into 6 equal-sized patties, about 1 to 1 ½ inches thick. Make a small indentation in the center of each parry. Season with salt, pepper, or BBQ rub.
- Place burgers into the pre-heated pellet grill. Close lid and cook patties for 30 minutes, flip the burgers, and cook for 30 minutes more.
- Optional step: Smoking the onions. Slice them thin and toss them with seasonings and oil. Place them into a disposable aluminum pan and cook for 45 minutes to an hour or until they are tender and caramelized.
- Once the hamburger patties are near done (internal temperature of 155 degrees F), top each with a slice of cheese. I recommend sliced blue cheese, pepper jack, American, or cheddar for these smoked burgers. Cook for an 3-4 minutes until cheese has melted.Burgers are done once they reach between 160-165 degrees F.
- Remove from grill and assemble your burgers wit sliced tomatoes, lettuce, raw or smoked onions, burger sauce (see below), and bacon.
- Note: You can use barbecue sauce as a topping. Or mix 1 cup barbecue sauce with 1/3 of cup of mayonnaise for a creamy burger sauce.
- Store leftover smoked burger patties in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 325 degree oven, microwave, or in a skillet on your stovetop.
FAQ
How do you cook burgers on a pellet grill?
Grill your burgers between 400 and 500 °F, smoke your burgers at 225 °F for 25 to 30 minutes, then raise the heat to high and sear your burgers to finish. Don’t forget to add cheese, toppings, and toast your buns. The best pellets for burgers are mesquite and apple.
How long do you cook hamburgers on a pellet grill at 350?
Ingredients. Flip your patties every 1.5 minutes if you want those deep sear marks that every hamburger patty craves. It took about ten minutes at 350°F to cook the burgers to 135°F internally—times may vary.
How long do you smoke burgers at 225?
Burgers should be smoked until they reach 160 °F in the center, or to the level of doneness you prefer, which takes about 60 to 90 minutes. Preheat the smoker to 225 °F. Place the burgers directly on the grate over indirect heat.
How long do you cook burgers on a Traeger?
10 minutes of cooking time, 15 minutes of cooking time, Hickory pellets