By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 29, 2021
It doesn’t get better than Cowboy Burgers! Loaded with cheese, bacon, avocado, onion rings, and spicy mayo! Best BBQ Cheeseburger out there!
LoadedCowboy Burgerswith Spicy Mayo
Why have a plain ole’ burger when you could have a burger loaded up with delicious ingredients, like this Cowboy Burger?
You guys…these burgers…I’m in love! I’m almost speechless because these grilled Cowboy Burgers are so tasty. They are loaded up with flavor and absolutely perfect for BBQs .
I basically took all of my favorite ingredients (BBQ, cheese, avocado, spicy mayo, air fryer onion rings !) and threw them together to create this Loaded BBQ Burger recipe. It’s the best burger ever, exactly what we need to celebrate summer.
Everyone will thank you for cooking these incredible burgers , and (more importantly) your taste buds will thank you. Get to grillin’ so you can get to eatin’!
These BBQ Cowboy Burgers are loaded with all of the best ingredients for one drool-worthy burger recipe!
Cowboy Burger Toppings
I’m not joking about the “loaded” part of this Loaded BBQ Burger.
- Onion ring? Check!
- Bacon? Check!
- Fresh avocado, tomato, and cheese? Check, check, and check!
- Spicy BBQ Mayo to top it all off? Oh yes!
This Cowboy Burger is so worth the calorie splurge! It’s one of my favorite burgers to make when I really just want to dig in and eat something unbelievably delicious.
This is not for health-conscious days. This burger is for major pig-out occasions, like game day and BBQs. Eat, get a little messy, and enjoy the flavors!
Quick Spicy Mayo
One of my favorite parts of this loaded cowboy burger is the deliciously spicy mayo! It’s the perfect condiment for this BBQ burger.
Regular mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard…no, those aren’t enough. We needed something with some extra amazing flavor to finish off this burger.
What’s in our spicy mayo?
- Homemade Mayonnaise
- BBQ Sauce
- Red Pepper Flakes
That’s it! Just three simple ingredients to make it, and all you have to do is mix everything together. It’s so good, you’ll want to start eating it on everything. Every burger, every sandwich, go crazy!
How to Make Cowboy Burgers with Spicy Mayo
These grilled Cowboy Burgers are super easy to make. You’re looking at maybe a half-hour tops to get them ready to eat.
That’s good news for days when you’re super hungry and the patience for intricate cooking is nowhere to be found.
How to make Cowboy Burgers:
- Start by making that spicy mayo (combine mayo, BBQ sauce, and red pepper flakes) and setting it aside until you need it.
- Place the burger patties on a hot grill, and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side. Check here for tips on making the best grilled burgers .
- Add a slice of cheese to each burger about 1 minute before taking them off the grill and let it melt.
- Now it’s time to assemble the burgers! Spread the spicy mayo over the burger buns, then layer up lettuce, tomato, burger patty, 2 slices of bacon , 2 slices of avocado, 2 onion rings, and finish it off with more BBQ mayo.
You can jump to the recipe card for full ingredients & instructions!
Yuuuum. Are you drooling yet? These are some of the best burgers ever, filled with so much flavor and loaded with amazing ingredients. I know you’re going to love them!
Best Burger Recipes
These grilled Cowboy Burgers are almost too good to be true! That spicy mayo mixed with the onion ring on top? So. Good.
This is definitely one of my all-time favorite burger recipes, but we’ve got plenty more ideas if you want to switch things up. I mean, try this recipe first because you’ll fall in love, but it’s nice to have other options too.
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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.
Fire up the Grill!
Be sure to try these other favorite recipes on the grill this Summer!
- Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa
- Grilled St. Louis Ribs
- Grilled Pork Chops
- Grilled Corn
- Bang Bang Shrimp
- Carne Asada Steak
- Grilled Nachos
If you’re looking for the perfect burger to throw together for your best BBQs this summer , look no further.
These Loaded Cowboy Burgers with Spicy BBQ Mayo have it all! Don’t forget the sweet potato chips , Air Fryer potato wedges , or bacon cheese fries for the perfect side.
Want moreburger recipesto try?
- Oven Baked Burgers
- Stovetop Burgers
- Best Turkey Burger
- Caramelized Onion Swiss Burgers
- Pimento Cheeseburgers
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 Spicy Mayo
- ▢ ¼ cup mayonnaise store-bought or homemade
- ▢ ¼ cup barbecue sauce store-bought or homemade
- ▢ 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes (see note)
For the Burgers
- ▢ 4 premium ground beef burgers prepared your favorite way or premade
- ▢ 4 slices cheddar cheese
- ▢ 4 burger buns
- ▢ 4 slices leaf lettuce
- ▢ 4 slices tomato
- ▢ 8 slices cooked bacon
- ▢ 8 slices avocado
- ▢ 8 onion rings
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Instructions
- Combine the mayo, bbq sauce, and red pepper flakes. Set aside. ¼ cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup barbecue sauce, 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
- Place burgers on a hot grill and grill each side for approximately 3-4 minutes, or until burgers are cooked through. 4 premium ground beef burgers
- At the last minute, add your cheese and allow it to melt down over the burgers. 4 slices cheddar cheese
- To assemble your burgers, spread some of the spicy bbq mayo on the inside of each bun. Top with lettuce, tomato, burger, 2 slices bacon, 2 slices avocado, 2 onion rings, and more BBQ Mayo. 4 burger buns, 4 slices leaf lettuce, 4 slices tomato, 8 slices cooked bacon, 8 slices avocado, 8 onion rings
- Serve and enjoy!
Becky’s Tips
- Check our burger temperature chart to cook your burgers to your preferred doneness.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Loaded Cowboy Burgers with Spicy Mayo
Ingredients
For the Spicy Mayo
- ¼ cup mayonnaise store-bought or homemade
- ¼ cup barbecue sauce store-bought or homemade
- 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes (see note)
For the Burgers
- 4 premium ground beef burgers prepared your favorite way or premade
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 burger buns
- 4 slices leaf lettuce
- 4 slices tomato
- 8 slices cooked bacon
- 8 slices avocado
- 8 onion rings
Instructions
- Combine the mayo, bbq sauce, and red pepper flakes. Set aside. ¼ cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup barbecue sauce, 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
- Place burgers on a hot grill and grill each side for approximately 3-4 minutes, or until burgers are cooked through. 4 premium ground beef burgers
- At the last minute, add your cheese and allow it to melt down over the burgers. 4 slices cheddar cheese
- To assemble your burgers, spread some of the spicy bbq mayo on the inside of each bun. Top with lettuce, tomato, burger, 2 slices bacon, 2 slices avocado, 2 onion rings, and more BBQ Mayo. 4 burger buns, 4 slices leaf lettuce, 4 slices tomato, 8 slices cooked bacon, 8 slices avocado, 8 onion rings
- Serve and enjoy!
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Notes
- Check our burger temperature chart to cook your burgers to your preferred doneness.
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
