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Flavorful Hatch Green Chili Smash Burgers Recipe with Pepper Jack and Avocado for Easy Homemade Meals

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These smoky, spicy smashed patties infused with Hatch green chilis are topped with melty pepper jack cheese and creamy avocado for a quick and delicious homemade burger.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 1 can (4 oz / 113 g) Hatch green chilis, drained
  • 4 slices pepper jack cheese
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 4 soft burger buns (brioche or potato), lightly toasted
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or chipotle mayo for extra zing)
  • ½ small yellow onion, finely chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Cooking oil or butter (neutral oil like canola or grapeseed preferred)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, gently combine ground beef with drained Hatch green chilis. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Avoid overworking the meat. (About 5 minutes)
  2. Preheat a cast iron skillet or heavy pan over medium-high heat and add a teaspoon of oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking. (3-5 minutes)
  3. Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a loose ball without packing tightly. (3 minutes)
  4. Place one ball onto the hot skillet and immediately press down firmly with a spatula to flatten into a thin patty about ¼ inch (6 mm) thick. Hold pressure for 10 seconds to get a good sear. Cook for 2-3 minutes without moving. Repeat with remaining balls, cooking 2 at a time if needed. (15 minutes total)
  5. Carefully flip each patty and immediately top with a slice of pepper jack cheese. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and patty is cooked through but still juicy inside. (5 minutes)
  6. While patties cook, toast buns in a toaster or oven until golden. Slice avocado thinly and finely chop onion if using. Spread mayonnaise on the bun bottoms. (5 minutes)
  7. Assemble burgers by placing cheesy patty on mayo-spread bun bottom, layering with avocado slices and onions if desired, then crown with top bun. Serve immediately. (2 minutes)

Notes

Do not overwork the meat to keep burgers tender. Use a properly preheated pan and press firmly but briefly to create a crispy crust. Avoid pressing patties after the initial smash to retain juiciness. Toast buns to prevent sogginess. Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet to keep crust crispy. Slice avocado fresh before serving to avoid browning.

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Keywords: Hatch green chili burgers, smash burgers, pepper jack cheese, avocado burger, quick dinner, smoky burgers, spicy burgers, easy homemade meals

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