Updated on July 15th, 2025
These Rodeo Burgers bring bold, smoky flavor to your backyard grill or stove top. Ground beef patties are seasoned simply and grilled to juicy perfection, then topped with melted cheddar cheese. Stacked on toasted hamburger buns and layered with crispy onion rings, fresh lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, and tangy barbecue sauce, these burgers are a fun and satisfying twist on a classic American favorite.
Why this recipe works
- Balanced flavors: The rich beef and cheddar blend with the sweetness of barbecue sauce and the crunch of fried onions, creating a well-rounded bite.
- Great texture combination: Each burger delivers a mix of juicy, crispy, and creamy textures that keep every mouthful interesting.
- Simple ingredients, big taste: Using basic pantry staples allows the natural flavors of the ingredients to shine without a complicated cooking process.
Serving suggestions
- Pair with classic sides: Serve these burgers with French fries, onion rings, or sweet potato wedges for a crowd-pleasing meal.
- Add a fresh element: A side of coleslaw or a pickle spear adds a crisp, refreshing contrast.
- Beverage options: These burgers go well with a cold soda, iced tea, or a bold, hoppy beer for adults.
- Ideal for casual meals: Great for cookouts, game day gatherings, or a weekend dinner with family and friends.
Rodeo Burger Recipe
These Rodeo Burgers bring bold, smoky flavor to your backyard grill or stove top.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
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- 2lbs ground beef
- salt and pepper (to taste)
- 8 frozen onion rings
- 8 hamburger buns
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- The 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- mayonnaise
- iceberg lettuce
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees. Add onion rings and fry in oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Set aside.
- Lightly grease the grill rates of an outdoor grill, heat the grill to medium-high heat. Form the beef into four equal patties. Make a depression in the center of each patty using your thumb. Season the patties on both sides with salt and pepper. Place hamburger patties onto the grill and cook turning once, until the internal temperature has reached 160 degrees. During the last few minutes of cooking top each patty with a slice of cheddar cheese. Once the cheese has melted removed the cooked hamburgers from the grill.
- While the hamburgers are cooking, split the hamburger buns and place them cut side down onto the grill. Cook until lightly toasted. To make the burgers- Place lettuce onto the top of the bottom half of each bun. Top with a hamburger patty, BBQ sauce, and 2 onion rings. Spread the mayonnaise onto the bottom of the top half of the bun. Place the top half of the bun onto the burger.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 1043
- Sugar: 26.9 g
- Sodium: 1978 mg
- Fat: 36.9 g
- Carbohydrates: 103.3 g
- Protein: 60.6 g
- Cholesterol: 165.8 mg