By Becky Hardin
Published Aug 4, 2021
Nothing says summer more than a grilled burger and these caramelized onion Swiss burgers are everything! Simple to make and ready to serve in 20 minutes!
Grilled Onion Swiss Burger Recipe
Let’s be honest, there is never a bad time for a burger, and as it starts to get warmer out I’m so happy to crank up the grill for these beauties!
Simple to make from scratch, the homemade patties are topped with Swiss cheese and sweet caramelized onions for one tasty bite.
Be sure to check out my Mushroom Swiss Burgers and Cheeseburger Sliders too!
Why You’ll Love this Caramelized Onion Swiss Burgers Recipe:
- Simple Ingredients: You don’t need a long list of fancy ingredients to make these gourmet burgers.
- Quick : Simple to make and cook, you can serve these burgers for dinner in 20 minutes.
- Make Ahead : You can make the burger patties ahead of time, perfect if you are entertaining!
Trademark Note : In the spirit of transparency, I want to note that some of these ingredients are trademarked products. McCormick is a proprietary brand that I want to acknowledge and give credit to.
How to Make Onion Swiss Burgers on the Grill
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- Mix together the ingredients for the burgers and shape into patties.
- Grill on each side to your preference.
- Melt the cheese on top of each patty.
- Place in the buns and top with caramelized onions.
Can you cook them on the stovetop?
I love grilling burgers as it adds a great flavor to them, but you can easily cook these on the stovetop too. Just heat a little oil in a skillet or grill pan and cook on a medium-high heat on each side.
Can you make them ahead of time?
Yes, these burger patties can be made a day or two ahead of time and stored covered in the fridge. Just let them come up to room temperature before grilling.
You can also freeze the uncooked burgers. Layer them in an airtight container with parchment paper separating them and they will keep well for up to 6 months. I find it’s best to thaw the frozen patties in the fridge overnight before cooking.
What do you serve them with?
These caramelized onion Swiss burgers are perfect to serve with all of your favorite cookout sides. Try them with:
- Creamy Coleslaw
- Garlic Parmesan Sweet Potato Fries
- Potato Salad
- Shoestring Fries
- Confetti Corn Salad
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Guide to Cooking Burgers at Home
See all of our favorite burger recipes plus tips and tricks for cooking the ultimate burger at home.
Tips!
- Don’t overwork the beef mixture or the burgers can become tough and chewy. Everything should be just combined.
- Don’t be tempted to press the burgers down on the grill or keep flipping them. Let them cook without constantly moving them.
- It should take between 7-9 minutes to cook burgers between medium and well-done , so keep an eye on them.
These caramelized onion Swiss burgers are so full of flavor and crazy easy to make. They are a true crowd-pleaser so be sure to make enough!
More Burger Recipes we Love
- Air Fryer Hamburgers
- Pimento Cheeseburgers
- Turkey Burger Recipe
- Stovetop Burgers
If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!
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For the Burgers
- ▢ 1½ pounds 90% lean ground beef
- ▢ 1½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- ▢ 1½ teaspoons McCormick Grill Mates Montreal Steak Seasoning
- ▢ 1 clove garlic crushed
For Serving
- ▢ 4 slices Swiss cheese
- ▢ 4 hamburger buns
- ▢ ½ cup caramelized onions (click for recipe)
Instructions
- Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
- Mix together the ingredients for the burgers in a large bowl. Shape the mixture into 4 equal patties. 1½ pounds 90% lean ground beef, 1½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, 1½ teaspoons McCormick Grill Mates Montreal Steak Seasoning, 1 clove garlic
- Cook the burger patties until they’re done to your preference, about 7-9 minutes per side, flipping once.
- When they’re almost done, put 1 slice of cheese on each burger, cover the grill, and let the cheese melt. 4 slices Swiss cheese
- If desired, split the buns in half and toast them (cut side down) on the grill for a couple minutes. 4 hamburger buns
- To serve, put each burger on a bun and top each with 2 tablespoons caramelized onions (see note). ½ cup caramelized onions
Equipment
- Grill or Indoor Grill Pan
Becky’s Tips
- See our post on how to easily cook caramelized onions .
- Don’t overwork the beef mixture or the burgers can become tough and chewy. Everything should be just combined.
- Don’t be tempted to press the burgers down on the grill or keep flipping them. Let them cook without constantly moving them.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Grilled Onion Swiss Burgers Recipe
Equipment
- Grill or Indoor Grill Pan
Ingredients
For the Burgers
- 1½ pounds 90% lean ground beef
- 1½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1½ teaspoons McCormick Grill Mates Montreal Steak Seasoning
- 1 clove garlic crushed
For Serving
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 hamburger buns
- ½ cup caramelized onions (click for recipe)
Instructions
- Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
- Mix together the ingredients for the burgers in a large bowl. Shape the mixture into 4 equal patties. 1½ pounds 90% lean ground beef, 1½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, 1½ teaspoons McCormick Grill Mates Montreal Steak Seasoning, 1 clove garlic
- Cook the burger patties until they’re done to your preference, about 7-9 minutes per side, flipping once.
- When they’re almost done, put 1 slice of cheese on each burger, cover the grill, and let the cheese melt. 4 slices Swiss cheese
- If desired, split the buns in half and toast them (cut side down) on the grill for a couple minutes. 4 hamburger buns
- To serve, put each burger on a bun and top each with 2 tablespoons caramelized onions (see note). ½ cup caramelized onions
Notes
- See our post on how to easily cook caramelized onions .
- Don’t overwork the beef mixture or the burgers can become tough and chewy. Everything should be just combined.
- Don’t be tempted to press the burgers down on the grill or keep flipping them. Let them cook without constantly moving them.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
