Loaded Bacon Cheeseburgers with BBQ Onions and Cheesy Potato Rounds

Get ready for a burger that brings the bold flavors of a backyard cookout right to your kitchen. These loaded bacon cheeseburgers start with juicy beef patties, then get piled high with crispy bacon, tangy dill pickles and sweet BBQ caramelized onions. A slice of creamy Gouda cheese melts over the top, all tucked into a soft brioche bun.

On the side, crispy potato rounds are baked until golden, then loaded with pepper jack cheese, sour cream and fresh scallions. It’s a complete meal that’s perfect for game day, weeknight dinners or anytime you’re craving something hearty and satisfying.

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Ingredients

12 ounce PotatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 tablespoon BBQ SauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce BaconView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Fry SeasoningView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit OnionView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon Sour CreamView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Dill PickleView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 cup Pepper Jack CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground BeefView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 slice Gouda CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Brioche BunsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit ScallionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon (tbsp) ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Cut the potatoes into 1/2-inch rounds. Toss with 1 tsp cooking oil, fry seasoning and a pinch of salt. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
2. While potatoes bake, thinly slice the onion. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels. Pour off all but 1 tsp bacon fat from the skillet.
3. In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until softened and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in BBQ sauce and cook for 1 more minute. Remove from heat.
4. Form ground beef into 2 patties, each about 1/2-inch thick. Season both sides with salt. Heat 1 tsp cooking oil in a separate skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side for medium doneness. During the last minute, top each patty with a slice of Gouda cheese and cover to melt.
5. Slice the brioche buns in half and toast them in the skillet or oven until lightly golden. Spread butter on the cut sides if desired.
6. Assemble the burgers: Place a patty with melted Gouda on each bun bottom. Top with a spoonful of BBQ caramelized onions, a few slices of dill pickle and crispy bacon. Close with bun tops.
7. When potato rounds are done, sprinkle pepper jack cheese over them and return to the oven for 1-2 minutes until cheese melts. Dollop with sour cream and sprinkle with sliced scallions. Serve alongside the burgers.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different cheese instead of Gouda?

Yes, you can substitute Gouda with cheddar, provolone or Swiss for a similar melty texture.

How do I make the potato rounds ahead of time?

Bake the potato rounds as directed, then reheat in a 400°F oven for 5 minutes before adding cheese and toppings.

Can I grill the burgers instead of pan-frying?

Absolutely! Cook the patties over medium-high heat on a grill for about 4-5 minutes per side.