• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Grumpy's Honeybunch
  • HoneyB's Kitchen
  • Recipes
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch Recipes
    • Dinner
    • Dessert Recipes
    • Low Carb Keto Recipes
  • Disclosure & Privacy Policy
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • LinkedIn
    • Pinterest
    • RSS
    • Snapchat
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
menu icon
go to homepage
  • About
  • Recipes
  • Meal Plans
  • Shop
  • Contact
  • Videos
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • About
    • Recipes
    • Meal Plans
    • Shop
    • Contact
    • Videos
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • ×

    Home » Beef Recipes

    Keto Chipotle Burger with Crispy Shallots

    Published: May 19, 2019 Last updated: Nov 30, 2020 by Shelby Law Ruttan · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Sharing is caring!

    461 shares
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    A spicy, cheesy burger glazed with sugar-free barbecue sauce, topped with more cheese and crispy fried shallots. All sandwiched between a keto slider bun for a delicious gourmet burger right at home!
    Barbecue Sauce glazed Chipotle Burger topped with cheese and crispy shallots with fresh cilantro on a keto burger bun

    This Chipotle Burger is a keto burger recipe that is stuffed with Monterey Jack Cheese, glazed with a sugar-free barbecue sauce and given the finishing touch with some crispy shallots and fresh cilantro. Served on a keto slider bun, this recipe is a low carb sandwich you will enjoy often this summer!

    We love our beef, but just a plain ole burger can get boring. That is why I decided to spice up our Keto life with this Chipotle Burger! Canned chipotle peppers, a sugar-free barbecue sauce, and Muenster Cheese gave this low carb burger some sweet and spicy flavors that are pretty darned hard to resist!

    up close image of Chipotle Burger with Crispy Shallot Topping

    Our Keto Friendly Chipotle Burger with Crispy Fried Shallots

    It doesn't take a lot to make a keto burger recipe! To start, it's made with beef. One of the best meats out there to eat on Keto! Add just a few ingredients to make it a great gourmet burger. And, it's one you will want to make often!

    Because I love cheese, I wanted cheese filled burger. So, I stuffed my keto chipotle burger with some Monterey Jack Cheese. After it was almost done grilling, I glazed it with a sugar free barbecue sauce for a little sweet touch. And, because I wanted it even cheesier, I topped it with more cheese! Because I also love to add some crunch to my meal, I added some crispy shallots for the finishing touch.

    Photo of half of burger to show the inside of sandwich

    Keto Burger Recipe FAQ's

    Can I eat burgers on Keto?

    Burgers are probably one of the best choices for the keto diet! A lot of people will skip the bun and eat the burger as a salad. However, keto approved buns make a great substitute if you feel the need for the burger roll.

    What fat percentage is best for a keto burger?

    I like to use the 80/20 ratio. This keeps your burger moist, and you still have a good amount of fat. If you need to still add fat to increase the keto fat intake, you can add it with toppings such as mayonnaise or cheese.

    Can I substitute a different type of ground meat for this keto burger recipe?

    You can basically use whatever type of ground meat you like. Most meats are considered keto friendly. However, some are more than others. If you were to choose a leaner protein, think about adding something else like an avocado to your burger as a topping.

    How to make a mouthwatering Chipotle Burger with Crispy Shallots

    This juicy, slightly spicy burger is made with the Certified Angus Beef® brand 80/20 ground beef. It is filled with cheese and chipotle peppers. Small on ingredients and big on flavor! Giving you a gourmet burger feel.

    It is delicious served up in a keto burger bun, or even use the grilled burger as a part of my Ultimate Burger Bowl!

    Overhead view of ground beef in mixing bowl with seasoning on top of meat and show of ingredients surrounding the bowl

    You start by stirring in the chopped chipotles, cumin, salt and pepper. Then, you will mix with your hands until the burger mixture is just combined.

    A two cup glass measure filled with sliced shallots

    Once your burgers are shaped, you will want to get the shallots ready. Remove the skins and thinly slice the shallots and then add them to the skillet with some melted butter.

    Cook, stirring often, until crispy and browned. Line a plate with a paper towel, and then remove the crispy shallots from skillet to drain.

    Browned Shallots frying in skillet

    Because I love a lot of cheese, I decided to stuff the chipotle burgers with some Monterey Jack cheese. Cut some squares about 1 x 2" thick and place them in the center of the burger meat.

    1x1 chunks of cheese stacked on cheese board with image of Cabot cheese packaging in background

    After you have the cheese in the center of the burger patty, you will shape the meat around the cheese and seal it inside.

    raw burger mix with chunk of Cabot Meunster Cheese in the center prior to shaping the meat around the cheese

    Cook your burgers on a hot grill or in a grill pan on the stove top. About a minute before removing the Chipotle Burgers from the grill, brush them with some sugar free barbecue sauce on both sides.

    burger cooking on gas grill

    Did I mention before that I love a lot of cheese? If your like me, you may want to add another slice of cheese before pulling the burgers off the grill!

    Barbecue Sauce glazed Chipotle Burger topped with cheese and crispy shallots with fresh cilantro on a keto burger bun

    Tips for the best Gourmet Keto Chipotle Burger!

    • Use a good quality meat. Something with a good fat ratio, such as 80/20 or even 70/30.
    • A great burger bun is a good part of making your burger delicious. If you are keto, these Keto Slider Buns are excellent. If your not keto, an artisan bun is best.
    • Use a good balance of toppings. By balancing out your toppings and not going "over the top" (pun intended!), your making sure your burger is evenly balanced. You want flavor, and toppings. But, you also want balance and not so many things in or on the burger that you lose what you were trying to achieve!

    What to serve with Chipotle Beef Burgers!

    All good burgers go well with delicious side dishes! This recipe for Strawberry Rhubarb Salad would be a great one to serve, and it also works as dessert if you feel the need! If you have non keto friends, they may be interested in a delicious Potato Salad!

    Barbecue Sauce glazed Chipotle Burger topped with cheese and crispy shallots with fresh cilantro on a keto burger bun

    Chipotle Beef Burger Recipe with Crispy Shallots

    Shelby Law Ruttan
    A spicy, cheesy burger glazed with sugar-free barbecue sauce, topped with more cheese and crispy fried shallots. All sandwiched between a keto slider bun for a delicious gourmet burger right at home!
    5 from 4 votes
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe Save Go to Collections
    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Keto Main Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 burgers
    Calories 256 kcal

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Ingredients
      

    For the burgers:

    • 1 lb 80/20 Certified Angus Beef® brand ground beef
    • 2 canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce chopped
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • 4 oz Cabot Monterey Jack Cheese

    For the topping:

    • 2 large shallots approximately 2 cups sliced
    • 2 tablespoons butter

    Remaining ingredients (Optional)

    • [4 Keto Slider Bun made a little bigger for regular burgers]
    • [Raspberry Chipotle Sauce]
    • Fresh Cilantro

    Instructions
     

    • With your hands, Mix 1 lb ground beef, 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper until just combined. Be careful to not over mix.
    • Divide meat into 4 equal pieces and shape into a ball, then slightly flatten. Place a piece of Monterey Jack Cheese in center of meat, then shape into a burger, enclosing the cheese in the center of burger.
    • Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in hot skillet until bubbly.
    • Add sliced shallots and cook over medium high heat until crispy and browned . Watch carefully so they do not burn and stir often.
    • Remove shallots from skillet and place on paper towel to drain. Set aside.
    • Place burgers on hot grill or griddle pan and cook

    Notes

    Nutrition information is for the burger only and shallots only.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1burgerCalories: 256kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 524mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
    Keyword Beef Burger, Beef Burger Recipe, Chipotle Beef Burger, Chipotle Burger, with Crispy Shallots
    Tried this recipe?Mention @grumpyshoneybunch or tag #grumpyshoneybunch!

    More Beef Recipes

    • Featured image for Easy Braised Short Ribs.
      Easy Braised Short Ribs with Sweet Chili Glaze
    • Featured image for Short Rib Keto Pizza.
      Keto Short Rib Pizza
    • Featured Image for Instant Pot Corned Beef
      Instant Pot Corned Beef
    • Featured image for Corned Beef Hash recipe.
      Homemade Corned Beef Hash and Eggs

    About Shelby Law Ruttan

    Shelby is the author/owner of Grumpy's Honeybunch. Established in 2007, she shares and preserves family recipes as well as recipes for cooking light and keto. She has authored the One-Pot Paleo Cookbook and The Pescatarian Keto Cookbook. She is an experienced, self-taught home cook who loves to share recipes with others. She also authors the websites Honeybunch Hunts and The Best Vegetarian Recipes. You can see her work on websites such as Veal Made Easy, Parade, Community Table, SoFab Food, Yummly, and FoodGawker.

    Subscribe

    for your weekly recipe fix.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Christie

      June 01, 2019 at 4:12 pm

      I always have chipotle in adobo in my pantry. I love it's flavor in everything! But this burger? It looks so drool worthy and packed with flavor. And those shallots? YUM!

      Reply
    2. Angela Paris

      May 27, 2019 at 9:58 am

      I love the flavor shallots bring to the party - I don't think they're used nearly enough 🙂
      This looks so tasty Shelby! Pinning for sure!

      Reply
    3. Laura

      May 25, 2019 at 8:18 pm

      WOW! That burger looks incredible! But I'm fascinated about those KETO buns. Looks like real bread!

      Reply
    4. Sarah

      May 23, 2019 at 2:01 pm

      Ohhh! This is my kind of burger. Definitely trying this next time.

      Reply
    5. Abra

      May 21, 2019 at 4:52 pm

      Love all the flavor combos in this burger, chipotle chilis, jack cheese, and that keto bun looks incredible!

      Reply
      • Shelby Law Ruttan

        May 21, 2019 at 5:42 pm

        Thanks for stopping by! It was so delicious 🙂

        Reply
    6. Gwynn

      May 20, 2019 at 6:00 pm

      I am in love with this burger Shelby! I can guarantee it will be on my grilling menus this season!

      Reply
      • Shelby Law Ruttan

        May 21, 2019 at 4:58 am

        Thanks Gwynn! It is definitely a delicious one to put on the menu!

        Reply
    7. Jenni

      May 20, 2019 at 9:11 am

      Wow, what an amazing burger! I am so intrigued by the keto buns too. I will have to give them a try. I don't eat keto, but having a low carb bun would make me feel at least slightly more virtuous! lol

      Reply

    Leave a comment Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    Welcome! I'm Shelby Law Ruttan, I'm a mom, grandmother, and cookbook author for HoneyB's Kitchen who started blogging family recipes in 2007 for.... 

    More about me →

    Old Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies
    Southern Sweet Potato Pie

    Trending Recipes

    • Featured image for keto chicken nuggets.
    • Featured Image for air fryer roast beef.
    • Featured image for hot fireball apple cider.
    • Featured image for crockpot venison stew..
    • Featured image for Mom's Rhubarb Sauce.

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    About Shelby Law Ruttan

    Privacy Policy

    Terms and Conditions of Use

    Accessibility Statement

    As Featured In:

    Contact Shelby

    Contact

    Work with me

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2020 Foodie Pro on the Foodie Pro Theme

    461 shares