If you want all the amazing flavor of the grill but don't have the time to set it up, then these George Foreman Grill Burgers are the perfect solution! You can make them with beef, chicken or even turkey. Making the patties take only a few minutes of prep time and cook time is just as quick making an easy meal just minutes away. As I always say, delicious food doesn't have to be complicated!
Quick Look: George Foreman Grill Burgers
- ⏱ Prep Time: 5 minutes
- 🔥 Cook Time: 10 minutes
- ⏳ Total Time: 15 minutes
- 🍲 Serving: 4 patties
- ⚡ Calories: 180 calories per patty
- 🍂 Flavor Profile: tender and lightly grilled, with subtle garlic and herb notes
- 👌 Difficulty: Easy, all the grill flavor without the mess
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Chicken and beef burgers are a favorite when in the backyard and spending time time with family. They are perfect for everyone to pick their favorite condiments and enjoy the way they want them. It means less cooking and more time together.
If you love this recipe, you can easily adjust it to have the same seasoning as my Ground Chicken and Sweet Potato Recipe. I love pairing both recipes with my Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges for the perfect side.
If you need dessert, I've got you covered. My Banana Cake is perfect for a big party or a classic family night at home. Lemon Blueberry Loaf are also the perfect touch if you are trying to impress guests.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Simple Ingredients: This recipe uses ground chicken, bold spices, and a bit of olive oil, all of which are likely already in the house or easy to find at the store.
- Quick and Easy: I love using a George Foreman grill to save time. It reaches temperature quickly and is an easy clean-up.
- Suitable for All Diets: This is a low-calorie burger is nut, dairy, and gluten free, so almost anyone can enjoy it.
- Great for Meal Prep: These burgers cook up fast, and they're freezer-friendly, making them the perfect option for healthy meal prepping.
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"I love this recipe! It makes it so easy to use my George Foreman and clean-up is a breeze. I hate dishes so it's a win-win!"
- Kyle
Key Ingredients
Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the page for a full list of ingredients and their exact amounts.
- Chicken: I used Springer Mountain Farms ground white meat chicken for this recipe. They never add hormones or antibiotics, and they feed their chickens a diet free of any animal by-products.
- Seasonings: Garlic powder, Italian seasoning and paprika are the perfect blend. It gives you a fresh taste with a pinch of paprika kick at the end. Perfect for all George Foreman burger recipes.
- Oil: I prefer Costabile olive oil for its quality, purity, and flavor. Use Code: 15GOLDENGK on Amazon for 15% off.
Variations
- Other Protein: This recipe works great with beef or turkey! If you are going with hamburgers make sure to follow the instructions for medium rare. Turkey and chicken burgers should be fully cooked.
- Add Cheese: burger patties are always better with cheese on top! Add your favorite slice at the end of cooking and leave the lid open for a perfect melt.
- Toppings: Go past the basics of lettuce and tomato. You can see I used bacon and it was a perfect touch. Grilled onions, avocado, my Keto Air Fryer Mushrooms, and even a fried egg are all amazing ways to fancy up a George Foreman grill hamburger.
How to Make George Foreman Burgers
Step 1. Place the ground meat, chicken, turkey, or beef into a large bowl. Then add the salt, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, minced onion, thyme, paprika, and black pepper. Mix everything together real well.
Step 2. Preheat the George Foreman grill. While it is heating, measure out the ground meat into four sections. I like to use a food scale to make sure they are all the same size. Form them into hamburger patties and make a small dent in the center.
Step 3. Then, using a pastry brush, brush some olive oil onto the grill plates and onto the top of the ground meat. Place the patties oiled side down onto the grill ensuring that they are slightly spaced apart.
Step 4. Close the lid to the grill and cook them for 3 ½ to 5 minutes. There is no need to flip them, however, you can always flip them halfway if you’d like. The internal temperature to look for should be: 160°F for beef, 165°F for chicken or 165°F for turkey.
Step 5. Once your ground meat reaches the desired internal level temperature, remove them from the grill and allow them to rest for two minutes before assembling and serving.
Expert Tips
- Use a Thermometer: I always use a meat thermometer when in the kitchen. It is key for cooking with poultry and to make sure you cook burgers to perfect temp.
- Drain the Excess Fat: The drip tray is perfect for this but sometimes the fat can pool up. A quick paper towel and fresh oil will fix that right up.
- Close the Lid: Keeping the lid closed on both sides of the burger helps it cook faster and keeps the juices insides your meat. This is key for moist patties.
George Foreman Grill Hamburgers FAQs
I recommend cooking them between 3 to 5 minutes. It is best to wait until you see the green light on the grill. That is how you know it is properly preheated. You should start to see clear liquid when they are ready to be taken off. Use a meat thermometer to help you!
Leftover meat and grease can start to burn and that will cook into fresh meat when making multiple hamburgers. It is best to use a paper towel to wipe off the grill plate and then apply a touch of fresh oil before putting new meat down. Be careful not to burn yourself!
This is likely because you are not using enough oil. Oil forms a thin layer between the food and the grill, preventing direct contact with the hot surface. This allows your food to be removed easily.
Yes, but I do not recommend it. Using a frozen burger will make the outside cook faster than the inside and that could leave your patties raw on the inside. It is best to let the meat thaw before cooking.
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📖 Recipe
George Foreman Grill Burgers
Equipment
- 1 George Foreman Grill
- 1 Pastry Brush
Ingredients
- 1 pound springer mountain farms ground chicken OR ground beef
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika regular or smoked
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon minced onion
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
- Place the ground meat, chicken, turkey, or beef into a large bowl. Then add the salt, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, minced onion, thyme, paprika, and black pepper. Mix everything together real well.
- Preheat the George Foreman grill. While it is heating, measure out the ground meat into four sections. I like to use a food scale to make sure they are all the same size. Form them into hamburger patties and make a small dent in the center.
- Then, using a pastry brush, brush some olive oil onto the grill plates and onto the top of the ground meat. Place the patties oiled side down onto the grill ensuring that they are slightly spaced apart.
- Close the lid to the grill and cook them for 3 ½ to 5 minutes. There is no need to flip them, however, you can always flip them halfway if you’d like. The internal temperature to look for should be: 160°F for beef, 165°F for chicken or 165°F for turkey.
- Once your ground meat reaches the desired internal level temperature, remove them from the grill and allow them to rest for two minutes before assembling and serving.
Notes
- Refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Wrap individual burgers in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months in an airtight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag.
- Defrost overnight if frozen. Then, microwave the bugers at 1-minute intervals until heated through.
- Mixing your burgers by hand ensures you don't overwork them. I like to use these Nitrile gloves to keep my hands clean and prevent cross-contamination.
- Mix your ingredients until everything is well combined, but be careful not to overmix. Overworking the meat causes the proteins to contract as they cook, squeezing out the juice and resulting in dry burgers.
- Be sure you create a depression in the center of the burgers. This keeps them from shrinking too much.
- Brush your grill grate with olive oil to prevent sticking while the burgers cook.
- Your burgers will release some juice as they cook. That's okay and completely unavoidable.
- Grill the burgers with the lid closed. This retains the heat and keeps the burgers juicy.
Tracy says
I loved these burgers. Juicy, flavorful, and super easy to make. I'll make them afain this weekend!
Nicole Kendrick says
Thank you so much! I am glad to hear they will be back on the menu soon!
Jen says
These turned out perfect on the george foreman! Thanks!
Nicole Kendrick says
Yay!! Enjoy the food, Jen!
Bess says
This was such a yummy and easy way to enjoy burgers in the winter! Now my grown kids want a GF grill!
Nicole Kendrick says
I LOVE my GF grill. It is simple and easy clean up. Highly recomended!
Clara says
These George Foreman grill burgers came out juicy with a nice sear, and they were super quick to make—perfect for an easy dinner.
Nicole Kendrick says
Mine always get that perfect sear too! So glad you are eating good this week!
Roja says
George Forman grill burgers are delciious I have made it for our dinner, my family asked me to make it again.
Nicole Kendrick says
I love to hear about your success! Have a great meal together!
Jessica says
Quick and delicious recipe! I love grilled burgers, so I made them yesterday for my family. We devoured them!
Nicole Kendrick says
Don't forget all the yummy condiments and side dishes!
Andrea says
Very tasty to make with ground chicken. I love using my george foreman grill!
Nicole Kendrick says
I absolutely love my George Foreman! Thanks for stopping by!
Swathi says
These grilled burgers are delicious. I made it for our dinner, and my family loved it, asking me to make it again.
Nicole Kendrick says
These are a staple in my house! So glad to hear the kids are full!
Bree says
These were quick easy and so good!
Nicole Kendrick says
Perfect! Enjoy the delicious food!
Eric says
These came out so juicy and flavorful. Such an easy way to make burgers without firing up the grill.
Nicole Kendrick says
Such a time saver when you don't want to open up the whole grill. Enjoy the burgers!
Kaye says
I tried these George Foreman grill burgers for a fast lunch, and they came out surprisingly juicy. It’s such a convenient way to get that grilled flavor without having to fire up the outdoor barbecue.
Nicole Kendrick says
They are great for both lunch and dinner! Thank you for stoping by and leaving a review!
Kay says
These were so easy to make and turned out delicous!
Nicole Kendrick says
Perfect! I love when my recipes work as written! Enjoy. -NK
Bev says
These were one of the juiciest, most flavorful burgers I have ever had! I made them with beef. Will definitely be making again!
Nicole Kendrick says
Beef is such a great option! I hope you have a full belly!
Genevieve says
A George Foreman Grill is such a brilliant investment. I'm saving this recipe for summer grilling!
Nicole Kendrick says
I love mine so much! I know you will too!
Lathiya Shanmugasundaram says
These grilled burgers were perfect and juicy. Loved the flavors.
Nicole Kendrick says
Me too! These are so simple and full of flavor!