Loaded Chili Cheese Sloppy Burgers with Crispy Onion Rings Feast

Instructions

step 1 Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
/n step 2 Add diced onions and sliced smoked sausage to the skillet and cook for about 3–4 minutes until slightly softened.
/n step 3 Stir in chili sauce, prepared chili, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
/n step 4 Simmer the mixture for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and rich.
/n step 5 Lightly butter the hamburger buns and toast them in a skillet or oven until golden.
/n step 6 Spoon the hot chili sloppy mixture generously onto the bottom half of each bun.
/n step 7 Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and additional diced onions over the top, then close the burgers with the top buns.
/n step 8 In a bowl whisk together eggs and buttermilk. In another bowl mix flour, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and paprika.
/n step 9 Dip onion rings into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and back into the flour mixture to coat well.
/n step 10 Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan and fry onion rings until golden and crispy, about 2–3 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels and serve alongside the loaded sloppy burgers.

Storage and Reheating Tips

Store leftover sloppy burger filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave until hot. Toast fresh buns when serving again. Onion rings are best eaten fresh but can be reheated in the oven or air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for a few minutes to restore crispiness.