21 CHEAP AND EASY GROUND BEEF DINNER RECIPES
If you have ground beef on hand and want to make a healthier meal with it, then you will LOVE these 21 Healthy Ground Beef Recipes that are anything but boring! Each one has been tested to perfection.
easy ground beef dinner recipes here that will make weeknight dinners a breeze on a budget. From meatloaf to casseroles there are plenty of easy dinners perfect for a family.
01. Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner
Ground Beef and Rice Skillet is a quick and easy 30-minute, one-pan meal that the whole family will enjoy! It’s made with hamburger, rice, peppers, tomatoes, and cheese for a cozy and satisfying dish.
02. Spicy Beef Ramen
Spicy Beef Ramen kicks up your Ramen noodles with ground beef, crushed red pepper, and chili garlic sauce, all topped with a soft-boiled egg.
03. Instant Pot Beef Noodle Soup
This Instant Pot Beef Noodle Soup is inspired by Lagman, a traditional Uyghur vegetable soup that’s also popular in Uzbekistan. It features a rich beef and vegetable broth served over long noodles, topped with cilantro or parsley.
04. One Pot Pasta with Ground Beef
With just 10 minutes of prep and a few simple ingredients, this one-pot pasta with ground beef is a quick and easy dinner that both kids and adults will love! Top it with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs, and serve it with a Caesar salad, garlic bread, or a crusty baguette.
05. Lazy Lasagna Skillet with Ground Beef
This Lazy Lasagna is perfect for busy nights. It’s an easy, high-protein dish that tastes like classic lasagna but skips the layering and baking. Packed with protein, Italian flavors, and simple ingredients, this deconstructed lasagna is a weeknight favorite.
06. Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole
Cheesy Baked Tortellini Casserole is an easy weeknight meal made with fresh tortellini, ground beef, tomato sauce, and cheese. It’s simple enough for a family dinner and can easily be doubled to feed a crowd.
07. Italian Ground Beef Casserole with Biscuit Topping
Hearty, filling, and family-friendly, this Italian Ground Beef Casserole with Biscuit Topping is the perfect solution for an easy weeknight dinner.
08. Cheesy BBQ Beef & Biscuit Casserole
Cheesy BBQ Beef and Biscuit Casserole made with Grands biscuits is a hearty, quick barbecue classic that the whole family will love! It’s also a great dish to bring to potlucks and parties.
09. Baked Beans with Ground Beef
This baked beans with ground beef recipe is an easy side dish that’s always a crowd favorite. It’s rich, packed with delicious spices, and the ground beef makes it even better!
10. Easy Ground Beef Goulash
Easy Ground Beef Goulash is a quick and budget-friendly dinner. Ground beef and macaroni are mixed with a cheesy tomato sauce for a comforting one-pan meal.
11. Beef-Stuffed Butternut Squash
For a standout Paleo dish, try this roasted butternut squash stuffed with a tasty mix of beef, bacon, and vegetables. It’s topped with caramelized onions for extra flavor.
12. Ground Beef Stuffed Zucchini (Italian Style)
Soft and tender zucchini boats filled with ground beef, bursting with rich Italian flavors and melted cheese. These cheesy stuffed zucchini boats make a delicious dinner that the whole family will love.
13. Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet
This could be the best Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet recipe you’ve ever made, and here’s why! It’s super easy to prepare, deliciously cheesy, with rice cooked just right—no mushiness. Full of flavor, the leftovers also make a tasty burrito filling.
14. Easy Beef Burrito Skillet
The Easy Beef Burrito Skillet is packed with ground beef, plenty of cheese, black beans, salsa, and crunchy tortilla strips. It’s perfect for satisfying all your burrito cravings.
15. Beef Enchilada Casserole
Beef Enchilada Casserole gives you all the flavors of beef enchiladas without the hassle of rolling them. It’s cheesy, hearty, comforting, and makes for an easy dinner!
16. Skillet Beef Nachos
If you’re looking for something different for dinner or need a new game day recipe that everyone will love, try these Skillet Beef Nachos! These ground beef nachos are always a hit with their crispy toasted chips and tasty cheesy toppings.
17. Beef Empanadas
Beef empanadas are tasty hand-held treats packed with South American flavors—sweet raisins, salty green olives, tangy tomato, and rich beef, all enclosed in a flaky pastry crust.
18. Baked Beef Taquitos with Cheese
Give taco night a twist with these beef taquitos! Corn tortillas are stuffed with seasoned ground beef and cheese, then baked until crispy. Serve with your favorite toppings for an easy and healthy meal!
19. Ground Beef & Potatoes Skillet
In this healthy one-pan meal, ground beef and potatoes are cooked with colorful veggies like kale, tomato, and peppers. Everything is made in one skillet, building rich flavors while keeping the cleanup easy.
20. Ground Beef Stroganoff
This easy ground beef stroganoff is a 20-minute, one-pan meal made with cream of mushroom soup. It’s a family favorite and ideal for busy weeknights!
21. Ground Beef Bulgogi (Korean Beef Bowl)
Our Korean Beef Bowl is a family favorite every time I make it! Lean ground beef is stir-fried with sesame oil, low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and a touch of red pepper, then served over rice or noodles.
