Chili Pie Burgers Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• STEP 2.In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
• STEP 3.Add the onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the onion is softened.
• STEP 4.Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and kidney beans. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the flavors are well combined.
• STEP 5.Meanwhile, roll out one pie crust and press it into the bottom of a greased pie dish. Trim any excess crust.
• STEP 6.Pour the chili mixture over the crust in the pie dish. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
• STEP 7.Roll out the second pie crust and place it on top of the chili mixture. Seal the edges and cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
• STEP 8.Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
• STEP 9.Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing into wedges.
• STEP 10.Serve the Chili Pie Burgers with your favorite burger toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, and pickles.

Cooking Tips

• Feel free to customize the chili sauce by adding additional spices or vegetables.
• If you prefer a spicier burger, add some hot sauce or crushed red pepper flakes to the chili sauce.
• You can make the chili sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Leftover Chili Pie Burgers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the burgers in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes, or until heated through.

Storage and Serving

• Store leftover Chili Pie Burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Serve the burgers with your favorite burger toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, pickles, and condiments like ketchup or mustard.
• These burgers are great for a backyard barbecue or a casual weeknight dinner.