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Best Burger Recipe in the Skillet

Ready to make the BEST hamburgers at home without a grill? These easy Skillet Hamburgers are simple to put together and ready in less than 30 minutes for the perfect diner-style meal at home.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 509 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. 80/20 ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 
  • 1 ½ teaspoons fine kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 6 hamburger buns , toasted
Burger Toppings
  • tomatoes
  • lettuce
  • Pickles
  • Raw red onions
  • Condiments , like ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise and BBQ sauce
  • Fried onions or caramelized onions
  • sliced cheese

Instructions

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  1. Line a baking sheet with wax paper, and set aside.
  2. Place the ground beef in a large bowl. Pour the Worcestershire sauce onto the meat.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the salt, onion powder, garlic powder and black pepper. Stir until combined.
  4. Pour the seasonings on top of the beef.
  5. Using clean hands, break the beef into smaller pieces and gently toss together. Do not knead, as this will create tougher burgers.
  6. Divide your meat into six portions, and form the patties with your hands or a burger press. (Mine were 1/3 lb. each and about 1 ½” thick.) Place the patties onto the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Using a finger or a spoon, create a well in the top of each burger. This will prevent the burger from shrinking up and bloating in the middle.
  8. Place the burgers in the fridge while you warm your skillet.
  9. Place a cast iron or heavy bottomed skillet over medium-high heat on the stovetop, and heat until screaming hot.
  10. Cook the burger patties for 3-4 minutes per side, flipping only once and not pressing down with the spatula. (If you press down, your burgers will lose moisture.)
  11. Use a meat thermometer to take the burgers’ temperature. When the burgers is within 5-10 degrees of your desired temperature, remove from the skillet. Place it on a plate, cover with foil and let rest for 10-15 minutes.
  12. Serve on a bun with your favorite toppings, and enjoy!
  13. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or ratings!

Notes

  • You can use this recipe to make smaller sliders or even thinner patties. Your cook time will be less, and you’ll need more buns.

Nutrition Information

Calories 509kcal (25%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 32g (49%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 14g Trans Fat 2g Cholesterol 107mg (36%) Sodium 345mg (14%) Potassium 495mg (14%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 4IU (0%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 107mg (11%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 509

% Daily Value*

Calories 509kcal 25%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 32g 49%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 14g 70%
Trans Fat 2g 100%
Cholesterol 107mg 36%
Sodium 345mg 14%
Potassium 495mg 11%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 4IU 0%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 107mg 11%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.