CHIPOTLE CHEESEBURGERS

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Heat up a casual meal with these zippy mozzarella burgers. You can substitute ground turkey for the beef and your favorite sliced cheese. -Crystal Bruns, Iliff, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground beef
4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
4 hamburger buns, split and toasted
Lettuce leaves and tomato slices, optional

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties. , Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Top with cheese. Cook 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Serve on buns with lettuce and tomato if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 838mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein.