Arizona Green Chile Cheeseburger on the Arteflame Grill

Introduction

Get ready for an amazing Arizona-inspired Green Chile Cheeseburger grilled to perfection on the Arteflame. Juicy beef patties are seared on the center grill grate at 1,000F to lock in the juices, then finished on the flat cooktop, ensuring maximum flavor and the ideal doneness. Roasted Hatch green chiles, melted cheese, and a toasted bun make for a burger that’s as delicious as it is iconic.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 4 Hatch green chiles
• 4 slices cheddar or pepper jack cheese
• 4 burger buns
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp mustard
• 1 tbsp ketchup

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil onto three paper napkins.
2. Place them in the grill and stack firewood over the top.
3. Light the paper napkins and allow the fire to build up.
4. Wait about 20 minutes until the grill is hot and ready.

Step 2: Roast the Hatch green chiles

1. Place the chiles directly on the flat cooktop near the center where it’s hottest.
2. Turn them occasionally until they are evenly charred.
3. Move them to the cooler part of the griddle and cover with a towel for 5 minutes.
4. Peel off the charred skin, slice the chiles open, and remove seeds.

Step 3: Prepare and sear the burger patties

1. Form four equal-sized burger patties, seasoning both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
2. Place the patties directly on the center grill grate for a perfect 1,000F sear.
3. Sear each side for 1-2 minutes to lock in the juices.
4. Move the patties to the flat cooktop to finish cooking to desired doneness.

Step 4: Melt the cheese and toast the buns

1. Place a slice of cheese on each patty and allow it to melt.
2. Butter the burger buns and place them on the flat cooktop until golden brown.

Step 5: Assemble the burgers

1. Spread mayonnaise, mustard, and ketchup on the buns.
2. Add the beef patty with melted cheese.
3. Top with roasted Hatch green chiles.
4. Close the bun and serve immediately.

Tips

• Remove the patties from the grill when they are 15F below your target temperature as they continue cooking after removal.
• Use freshly ground beef for the juiciest results.
• Roasting Hatch chiles enhances their smoky flavor—don’t skip this step.
• For extra heat, add a dash of hot sauce or pickled jalapeños.

Variations

1. Spicy Southwest Burger: Add crispy bacon and chipotle aioli for a smoky heat.
2. BBQ Green Chile Cheeseburger: Swap out mustard for BBQ sauce and add caramelized onions.
3. Blue Cheese Green Chile Burger: Use blue cheese crumbles instead of cheddar for a tangy twist.
4. Guacamole Green Chile Burger: Add a generous spread of guacamole for a creamy texture.
5. Mushroom Swiss Green Chile Burger: Replace cheddar cheese with Swiss and add sautéed mushrooms.

Conclusion

This Arizona Green Chile Cheeseburger is packed with robust flavors and grilled to perfection on the Arteflame. The smoky Hatch chiles, juicy beef, and melted cheese make for an irresistible bite. Fire up your Arteflame and enjoy next-level grilling.

Best pairings

• Side Dish: Grilled sweet potato fries.
• Drink: Ice-cold Mexican lager.
• Dessert: Grilled peaches with honey drizzle.