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July 11, 2025Cilantro Jalapeno Chimichurri Bison Burgers
Serves
3 Servings
Prep time
15 Minutes
Cook time
10 Minutes
Method
Stovetop / Grill
This Cilantro Jalapeño Chimichurri Bison Burger is bold, bright, and full of flavor. Juicy, lean bison patties get a serious flavor upgrade with melted white cheddar, fresh arugula, and a zesty homemade chimichurri packed with cilantro, parsley, lime, and a hint of heat. It’s a simple yet elevated twist on the classic burger that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual cookout. The best part? That vibrant green sauce pulls double duty — use the leftovers to jazz up veggies, steak, or even your morning eggs. Trust us, this one’s going into regular rotation.
Recipe and photography by Essence Eats.
Ingredients for the burgers
- 3 ground bison patties
- 3 brioche burger buns
- 3 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 beefsteak tomato (sliced)
- 3 slices white cheddar cheese
- Arugula
Ingredients for the cilantro jalapeno chimichurri
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp chipotle chili powder
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
Directions
Step 1
In a large food processor, add all of the chimichurri ingredients. Pulse a few times and then blend on high for at least 1 minute until everything is well combined.
Step 2
In a large griddle or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, add the avocado oil.
Step 3
Once hot, add the burger patties. Cook for 5-8 minutes on each side until your desired doneness. Medium rare is about 5 minutes on each side until the internal temperature is 130-135, medium is about 6 minutes on each side until the internal temperature is 140, and well done is 7-8 minutes on each side until the internal temperature is 160.
Step 4
In the last minute or two of cooking the burger patties, add the sliced cheese and let melt.
Step 5
Assemble your burgers. On the bottom bun, place a bed of arugula, the bison burger patty covered in melted cheese, then thinly sliced tomatoes, and a place heaping spoonful of the chimichurri sauce on top.
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Store leftover cilantro jalapeno chimichurri in an airtight container or jar in the fridge for up to 3 weeks
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