Burgers are a classic, but sometimes you want something extra – a juicy, flavorful twist on the traditional patty. Enter Grilled Beef and Pepper Jack Stuffed Burgers. These burgers take things to the next level by stuffing melted pepper jack cheese right into the middle of the beef, creating a delicious surprise in every bite. The result? A burger that’s both spicy and rich, with just the right balance of heat and savory goodness.
The magic of these stuffed burgers starts with high-quality ground beef, which serves as the perfect base for the bold filling. But the real showstopper is the melted pepper jack cheese. As the burger grills, the cheese oozes out, creating pockets of creamy, spicy flavor that elevate each mouthful. The heat from the pepper jack pairs beautifully with the smoky char of the beef, making each bite a satisfying combination of textures and tastes.
Grilled to perfection, these burgers are perfect for any occasion, from casual backyard barbecues to a weeknight dinner that feels a little more special. What makes them stand out is not just the cheese but the way the beef seals around it, trapping all that delicious gooeyness inside. The result is a burger that’s full of flavor, without needing to add extra condiments or toppings.
To really complement the flavor, serve these burgers on toasted buns with your favorite toppings. Fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles are a classic choice, but you can also add a little extra heat with jalapeños or a spicy aioli. If you’re craving more contrast, a dollop of creamy avocado or a slice of crispy bacon can take the flavor even further.
Grilled Beef and Pepper Jack Stuffed Burgers are a bold and delicious take on the classic burger. They’re the perfect way to spice up your burger game, bringing that juicy, cheesy center into every satisfying bite. Whether you’re grilling for a crowd or just for yourself, these burgers are sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1/2 tsp seasoned salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 ounces pepper jack cheese cut into 4 slices
- 4 hamburger buns
- lettuce for serving
- tomato for serving
- onion for serving
- Condiments for serving, Condiments
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Divide the ground beef mixture into 8 equal portions. Flatten each portion into a thin patty.
- Place a slice of pepper jack cheese in the center of 4 patties. Top with another patty and press the edges together to seal.
- Grill the stuffed burgers for 5 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- Serve the burgers on toasted buns with lettuce, tomato, onion, and your favorite condiments.
Nutrition
Good. Simple. Done.
Pretty solid, but 5 min per side felt a bit optimistic for my grill (thicker patties). I had to add a couple minutes. Still tasty though.
Just ok, didn’t really taste the cheese much. 😒
I tried this and it was a bit too salty for my taste. Maybe less salt next time?
Isn’t beef burgers just like, so bad for health? I thought chicken was better for you.
Medium-high for me ran a little hot. Mine got charred before the center felt done, but the flavor was still great. Would reduce time slightly.
I messed up and put too much salt. But still tasted good! Next time less salt.
Mmm, pepper jack cheese! Never thought of putting it in burgers. Genius!
Right? It’s like a flavor explosion! Can’t wait to try this out.
This is a keeper! Easy steps, and the burgers don’t feel bland like some stuffed burgers. Grilled onions on the side made it even better.
5 stars, no lie. I’m not even a good cook and these turned out amazing. My kids ate the whole thing lol.
Wow, these are the best burgers I’ve ever grilled! I did add BBQ sauce, tho. Perfect combo!
Meh. Pepper jack is strong and the burgers tasted kind of one-note to me. Maybe I used too much cheese? I’ll try cheddar next time.
These burgers are AMAZING! So cheesy and juicy! I added some jalapeños for extra kick.
Honestly the seasoning is simple but perfect. Pepper jack + beef is always solid. I used jalapeño jack instead and it slapped.
Will it b good with chicken? Asking for me.
I don’t think it would work with chicken, chicken’s too dry for this. Stick to beef!
I tried sealing the edges and the cheese leaked a little. Maybe my patties weren’t thin enough. Flavor was there, but looks were… messy.
Ugh yeah—pepper jack can melt and sneak out if the seal isn’t perfect. Thin patties usually help, but I think you also need to press the edges really firmly (and maybe chill them 10 min before grilling) so they don’t relax and leak.
Yum! Just a bit too much cheese for my taste. Next time I’ll use less.
I think the cheese is what makes it! But hey, to each their own. You could always try adding avocado for creaminess instead!
I followed it exactly and my burgers were still a bit undercooked in the middle. Maybe my grill runs cool? I’d add a check with a thermometer.
Pretty great flavor but mine got a little dry. I think I overflipped because I kept checking. Next time I’ll leave them alone.
Ahh yeah, that makes sense—checking a lot can dry them out on the grill. Next time try flipping only once or twice and give them a little longer covered/indirect if your grill runs hot. Also, patty thickness matters a ton.
meh, burgers are burgers. They all taste similar. But these worth a shot if you like spicy cheese.
Good idea, but 5 minutes per side felt a bit fast for me. I’m not sure if my grill runs hot or my patties were thicker. Still delicious though.
I woulda said 5 min per side is right lol. But if your patties were thick, yeah it’ll be undercooked. Also if your grill runs hot, the outside browns before the inside. Next time just cook longer, or make smaller/thinner patties. Delicious still though, true.
Totally get that—5 minutes/side can go quick depending on grill heat and how thick the stuffed patties end up. I’ve found medium heat + a quick press (so they’re flatter) helps a lot. Want them juicier next time, you could aim more like 6–8 min/side and check temp.
So easy and so good 😄 Wife said it’s a keeper. I like that it’s not complicated—just grill and stuff.
Not bad, but “medium-high” is vague. My grill runs hot so I burned one side before the cheese could melt right. Could use clearer doneness tips.
Yeah, I get that—“medium-high” is super grill-dependent. I usually aim for the patties to sizzle right away but not flame, and I pull them when the juices run clear. Wish I’d added a clearer temp/doneness cue like ~160°F (or about 4–5 min total for medium on a typical grill). Thanks for the heads-up about the cheese timing too!
I think this recipe is missing something. What about some spices?
No offense, but I could barely taste the cheese. Maybe it should be more? Should’ve put the cheese on top instead.
Made these last night—stuffing the pepper jack worked great. Juicy, lots of flavor, and the grill time was spot on for medium. Would absolutely make again.
I liked the idea more than the execution. Mine leaked cheese a bit and I think I didn’t seal the edges well. Still tasty though.
Easy recipe and they turned out juicy. A hit with my family. Can’t believe I waited so long to try this!
So happy to hear that! I tried this recipe last week too and it was a huge hit at my BBQ. Definitely making it again!
Two thumbs up—easy and tasty. But who puts “condiments for serving, condiments” lol? 😂
These were ridiculously good—juicy, and the pepper jack stayed melty even on the grill. The seasoning is simple but really hits.
I don’t know about putting cheese inside the burger…sounds weird. Isn’t it supposed to melt on top?
I followed it pretty much exactly, but mine took a bit longer than 5 min/side. Still really good though—cheese stayed melty instead of oozing out.
Nice! I’m glad the cheese stayed melty without oozing—mine has a tendency to leak if I mess up the sealing. I usually also add a little extra time when the patties are thicker, so “a bit longer than 5 min/side” makes total sense. What doneness did you end up with?
Not sure about the ‘thin patty’ step—mine felt like it would fall apart. Also, 8 portions but only 4 buns… I got confused. Ended up tasting fine, just messier.
Okay, so the instructions are simple but the ratios worked great. Seasoning on the beef actually shows up. Nice balance with the cheese.
Totally agree—those ratios really do hit. I could actually taste the seasoning in the beef, not just the cheese. Made these for dinner and they came out juicy.
I tried it but I think 5 mins a side was a bit much for my grill? Also I accidentally used cheddar instead of pepper jack and it still tasted good, so… maybe the “stuffed” part is the key.
1.5 lb beef and 8 portions—seems weirdly specific. Also medium-high might mean different things depending on the grill. Not sure it’ll work for me.
Good concept, but my patties kept leaking cheese. Next time I’ll make them thicker or seal more carefully. Flavor still great though.
I’m skeptical about stuffing burgers like this, but wow. The cheese stayed put and didn’t explode everywhere. Nice recipe!
Wow, these burgers were amazing! The melted pepper jack cheese really took them to the next level. Definitely making this again!
Very tasty! Easy to follow steps. My husband said it’s the best burger he’s ever had!
Ugh, didn’t turn out right. My burgers fell apart on the grill. 😩
These turned out juicy and the pepper jack was nicely melty. I did 6 min a side and they were perfect—will definitely make again.
Yesss—thank you for the exact timing! I always overcook stuffed burgers, so 6 min/side sounds like a sweet spot. Can’t wait to try it with pepper jack.
Juicy, huh? I tried something similar and my cheese just sorta leaked out. Did you really press the edges hard enough? Also medium-high grill—like gas or charcoal? 😅
I was skeptical about “thin patties” on the grill, but it worked. 5 min per side was spot on for medium. My family asked for seconds.
I like the stuffed concept, but cutting the pepper jack into “4 slices” and sealing it—my edges kept opening. Next time I’ll chill the patties before grilling.
Delicious!! But u forgot to mention to toast the buns.
I’m usually skeptical of “stuffed” burgers but this was legit. Only thing: mine took a couple extra minutes to reach medium. Still delicious.
I used cheddar instead of pepper jack because I’m not a fan. Still turned out good. 10/10.
Cheddar is a great choice! I think it would be good with any cheese really. Glad you liked it!
Just okay. Too much seasoning for my taste. Could use a simpler recipe.
I totally agree! I felt it was a bit overdone with spices too. Sometimes less is more.
I don’t get why you have to grill them so long. Mine got dry after 5 mins, can someone help me?
This burger recipe is the best! So juicy and cheesy. Loved it!
I totally agree! These burgers are so tasty. I made them last night and everybody loved it!
These turned out so juicy! The pepper jack center was perfect—melty and slightly spicy. Didn’t even need extra sauce.
Yesss, I love a melty center. I’m glad it held up without needing extra sauce—sometimes that cheese just does all the work.
Mine were tasty but I think I sealed them too hard? Cheese leaked a bit and it got messy on the grill 😅 Still good though—next time I’ll be more gentle.
How long should I grill them? 5 minutes sounds too long for burgers!?
That sounds like too long, how do I know when they’re done? Can’t undercook beef, right?
5 minutes is actually pretty standard for medium burgers! They might seem long, but trust the process. Juicy burgers are worth it!
Pretty good. The burgers were tasty, but next time I’d make the patties thicker—my cheese leaked a little when pressing.
Easy to make! My kids loved helping me make these. Will make again!
Why does it say 4 buns but you make 8 patties? I guess the 8 patties become 4 burgers, but that wasn’t super clear the first time.
I didn’t think the cheese in the burgers would be this good. My kids loved them! But I used cheddar instead.
Made these last night and they turned out juicy! The pepper jack center was perfect—super melty. I’ll definitely do this again, maybe with jalapeños next time.
Not bad. I used lean beef and the texture was a little dry, and the buns got soggy even with toasting. Flavor was solid, just needs tweaks.
I followed it pretty closely but my burgers leaked cheese a bit. Next time I’ll seal the edges harder or use thicker cheese slices. Still tasted good though.
That sounds about right—stuffed burgers can ooze cheese if the seal isn’t perfect. Thick slices and a good edge press (or even a quick chill before grilling) usually helps a lot. Glad it still tasted good!
Boring! Just burgers with cheese. Nothing special about this recipe. 😒
Not gonna lie, stuffing burgers sounds like a mess. But it worked—just press the edges like the recipe says and don’t flip too aggressively.
I’m not sure about the 5 minutes per side—depends on burger thickness, right? Mine took longer. But once cooked, it tasted fine.
I followed 5 minutes per side and mine was kinda raw in the middle… maybe my patties too thick? I did cheese and then it leaked a little too. Taste was good tho, just needs more time. Also medium-high feels hotter than mine lol.
Yeah totally—thickness and how hot your grill runs make a huge difference. If yours took longer but still came out good, that’s the real win. I usually go by an internal temp instead of strict minutes.
I followed it kinda… I didn’t toast the buns (oops). Still good, but I can see how toasting would make a difference. 4 stars because it was easy.
My family loved it. The peppers jack is such a good move. Also the prep is quick, which wins points.
These burgers were amazing! The pepper jack cheese inside made them so gooey and delicious. Will make again for sure!
Not bad, but I thought 5 min/side would be enough. My grill runs hot and I worried about burning the buns/edges. Tasted fine though.
My family thought it was “restaurant quality.” I used extra garlic powder and it turned out amazing. Easy weeknight win.
That “restaurant quality” win is the best feeling 😄 I love how garlic powder actually shows up here without making it messy.
I tried similar burgers before and mine still came out a bit dry… are you sure 5 min per side is enough? Also, do you toast the buns on the grill too?
Super simple and quick to make! Kids loved them! Will make again for sure.
So glad to hear that! Kids always know what’s good. Definitely trying this next!
Quick? I dunno, seems like a lot of work to me. Just grilling burgers got enough steps, huh?
My grill time was longer—more like 7-8 minutes per side—so “desired level of doneness” is doing a lot of work here. Still tasted good!
Made these for dinner and the pepper jack melt was *chef’s kiss*. Really flavorful even without fancy steps. Will do again.
Followed it exactly and they were decent. Seasoning is on point, but the patties were thin so they cooked faster than I expected.
Glad you followed it exactly! Thin patties definitely cook faster than the 5 min/side timing—next time I’d make them a touch thicker or start checking around 3–4 minutes per side. Flavor-wise, yeah, seasoning on these should be solid.
Pepper jack + grilled beef is a classic. I like that the ingredient list isn’t trying too hard. Clean recipe.
5 minutes per side? On medium-high? That’s like, “maybe” for me. I’m skeptical—still, I respect the stuffing move.
5 min per side is like… maybe depending on the grill. Mine runs hot and my burgers dry out if I don’t watch. Also I’d prob use medium not high. But hey cheese staying inside is cool 😅
Yeah that timing sounds a little fast, especially for stuffed ones. I usually do closer to 6–7 min per side on medium-high, and I check the center. Still, the sealed-edge stuffing is a great call.
Garlic powder AND black pepper? way too much pepper for me. I’ll cut it down next time. Otherwise it was pretty tasty.
I don’t know, maybe I just messed it up, but mine fell apart on the grill. Not what I expected.
Don’t worry! It happens to the best of us. Maybe try chilling the patties before grilling next time? That helps them stay together.
The recipe says 1 1/2 lb beef but makes 8 patties—seems like small burgers. They were fine, just not huge like I expected.
Yeah, that portion math adds up—1 1/2 lb into 8 patties is pretty much ~3 oz each, so they’ll come out closer to slider-size than big diner burgers.
Not bad, but pepper jack in burgers is a little too “cheesy” for me. Next time I’ll use less or swap to cheddar.
I’m not usually a “stuffed burger” person, but this was actually good. The seasoning is simple and it doesn’t taste bland.
Grill them longer! My friend said they were raw inside. 5 minutes was not enough
Way too salty for me. “Seasoned salt” can be intense—maybe cut it down next time or use plain salt. Texture was decent.
I followed it pretty much exactly. Next time I’ll make the patties a hair thicker so the cheese doesn’t leak as much. Still super tasty though.
Nice! Totally agree about the thickness—thinner patties give the cheese an escape route 😅 Still, 5 min/side on medium-high sounds like it would get a good melt without drying them out. What doneness did you aim for?
The cheese slices being 4 ounces total confused me at first—like, do I use all 4 slices? I ended up using all of them and it was perfect.
Made them last weekend—so juicy and the cheese actually melted like it should. The seasoned salt + garlic powder combo is perfect.
Not bad, but “thin patty” confused me. Mine were too thin and the burgers kind of fell apart a little on the grill. Next time I’ll make thicker ones.
Good flavor, but I think 5 minutes per side was a little optimistic for my grill. I had to give mine extra time—still turned out juicy though.
Not bad, but 1/2 tsp garlic powder and seasoned salt felt a little salty to me. I’ll cut the salt next time. Also, I used cheddar once and it was way better (IMO).
These turned out super juicy—stuffing the pepper jack inside was a game changer. Loved the flavor from the seasoned salt + garlic powder too.
I loved the idea of stuffed burgers, but I sealed them too lightly and cheese leaked a little. Still tasted amazing—would try again with better sealing.
Quick comment: way better than I expected. Also, “condiments for serving” is vague lol but I piled on ketchup and it worked.
These were super easy and my family finished them in like 10 minutes. The lettuce/onion/condiments combo helps a lot.
Agreed! The lettuce/onion/condiments combo really makes these pop. I also love that they’re quick—mine were gone fast too.
Hmm I tried it and it was easy, but my cheese didn’t really melt like I expected—maybe my patties were too thick. Still tasted good though.
Meh. Mine leaked cheese and it got messy. Maybe I pressed too gently? Still ate them, but probably wouldn’t make again.