If you’re craving the ultimate comfort-food dinner, this Loaded Bacon Burger & BBQ Wings Feast brings everything you love onto one plate. A juicy beef burger is topped with crispy bacon, melted cheese, and caramelized onions, while smoky BBQ chicken wings add a deliciously sticky and savory bite. Add golden crinkle fries, warm cheese sauce, and fresh herbs, and you have a hearty meal perfect for a weekend feast, game night, or casual gathering.
Ingredients
For the Burger
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef, preferably 80/20
- 4 burger buns
- 8 slices bacon
- 4 slices cheddar or American cheese
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the BBQ Wings
- 2 lb (900 g) chicken wings
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Fries
- 1½–2 lb (700–900 g) frozen crinkle-cut fries
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives, chopped
For the Cheese Sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of black pepper
For Serving
- Extra BBQ sauce
- Fresh parsley or chives
- Pickles, optional
- Lettuce, optional
- Sliced tomato, optional
How to Make the Feast
1. Prepare the BBQ Wings
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) or prepare your air fryer according to its instructions.
Pat the chicken wings dry. Toss them with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Arrange the wings in a single layer on a lined baking sheet. Bake for approximately 40–45 minutes, turning them halfway through, until they are browned and cooked through.
Toss the hot wings with BBQ sauce and return them to the oven for another 5–8 minutes so the sauce becomes sticky and caramelized.
The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
2. Cook the Bacon
Place the bacon in a skillet over medium heat. Cook until crisp, turning as needed.
Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Once slightly cooled, leave the slices whole or break them into smaller pieces for the burgers.
3. Caramelize the Onions
Remove excess bacon grease from the skillet, leaving a small amount behind.
Add the butter and sliced onions. Cook over medium-low heat for approximately 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft, golden, and lightly caramelized.
If they begin browning too quickly, reduce the heat.
4. Form and Grill the Burgers
Divide the ground beef into four portions and gently shape them into burger patties slightly wider than the buns.
Season both sides with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for approximately 3–5 minutes per side, depending on thickness and desired doneness.
During the final minute of cooking, place a slice of cheese on each patty and allow it to melt.
For food safety, ground beef should reach 160°F (71°C) internally.
5. Toast the Buns
Lightly butter the cut sides of the burger buns.
Place them cut-side down on the grill or skillet for about 1–2 minutes, until lightly toasted and golden.
6. Make the Cheese Sauce
Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Whisk in the flour and cook for about 30 seconds.
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking continuously. Cook for 2–3 minutes, until the mixture begins to thicken.
Reduce the heat and gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese. Add garlic powder and black pepper.
Stir until smooth and creamy. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a small splash of milk.
7. Cook the Crinkle Fries
Prepare the crinkle fries according to the package directions in an oven, air fryer, or deep fryer until golden and crisp.
Season immediately with a little salt.
For an extra-loaded presentation, drizzle the fries with warm cheese sauce and sprinkle with chopped parsley or chives.
Assemble the Loaded Burgers
Place the toasted bun bottoms on plates.
Add the cheesy beef patty, followed by crispy bacon and caramelized onions.
Drizzle with a little BBQ sauce if desired, then finish with the toasted bun top.
For an even more indulgent burger, add pickles, lettuce, or an extra layer of cheese.
How to Build the Ultimate Feast
Arrange one loaded burger alongside a generous portion of crinkle fries and several BBQ wings.
Drizzle the fries with cheese sauce and sprinkle everything with fresh parsley or chives. Serve additional BBQ sauce and cheese sauce on the side for dipping.
The combination of juicy beef, salty crispy bacon, melted cheese, sweet caramelized onions, smoky BBQ wings, and crunchy fries makes this a seriously satisfying meal.
Tips for the Best Results
- Don’t overwork the beef: Gently shape the patties to keep them tender.
- Use 80/20 beef: The extra fat helps create a juicy, flavorful burger.
- Dry the wings first: Removing excess moisture helps them brown better.
- Sauce the wings near the end: This keeps the BBQ glaze from burning.
- Toast the buns: A lightly crisped bun holds up much better against juicy toppings and sauces.
- Serve immediately: Burgers, wings, fries, and cheese sauce are at their best while hot.
Make It Your Own
You can easily customize this feast with different toppings. Try jalapeños for heat, crispy onion rings for extra crunch, pepper jack cheese for a spicy twist, or a smoky chipotle BBQ sauce instead of traditional BBQ sauce.
For an extra indulgent version, pile the cheese-covered fries with chopped bacon, caramelized onions, and a drizzle of BBQ sauce.
Final Thoughts
This Loaded Bacon Burger & BBQ Wings Feast is not an everyday light dinner—and that’s exactly what makes it so much fun. With a juicy grilled beef burger, crispy bacon, gooey melted cheese, sweet onions, sticky BBQ wings, golden crinkle fries, and creamy cheese sauce, every part of the plate brings something delicious.
It’s the perfect meal when you’re looking for a hearty homemade feast that feels like a full restaurant-style comfort-food platter.