20 Minute Sizzling Southwest Burgers
The 20 Minute Sizzling Southwest Burger is perfect for busy nights when you want big flavour fast. With seasoned patties grilled to perfection and topped with spicy cheese, fresh vegetables, and creamy avocado, these burgers deliver a restaurant-quality taste in minutes. Paired with a simple side like sweet potato fries or a corn salad, this meal is hearty, colourful, and full of bold Southwest flair.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 burger buns
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ cup salsa or pico de gallo
- Lettuce and tomato slices
- Side: sweet potato fries or corn salad
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground beef with chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- Form mixture into 4 equal patties.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook patties for 4–5 minutes per side, until fully cooked.
- Top each patty with a slice of pepper jack cheese; cover until melted.
- Toast burger buns lightly, then layer with lettuce, tomato, patty, avocado, and salsa.
- Serve hot with sweet potato fries or corn salad.
Notes
- Ground turkey works as a leaner option.
- Fresh pico de gallo adds brightness to the burger.
- Use brioche buns for extra richness.
- Grilling adds a smoky flavour.
- Adjust spices to your preferred heat level.