14 Effortless Ground Beef Dinners for Stress-Free Weeknights
When dinner time rolls around and you’re short on time, these 14 ground beef recipes are your best friend. Designed to be satisfying and incredibly simple, these dishes take the guesswork out of mealtime by using everyday pantry staples. From quick macaroni soups and crunchy tacos to cheesy pasta bakes and creative sloppy joe squares, this collection is built for busy schedules and happy plates.
Beef Macaroni Soup
This hearty beef macaroni soup is an easy one-pot recipe made with savory ground beef, elbow macaroni, and Italian herbs in a rich tomato-based broth. Perfect for chilly weather!
Crunchy Ground Beef Tacos
Taco Bell crunchy ground beef tacos! Just like the Taco Bell crunchwrap supreme, the fast-food cravings are real. When hunger strikes, don’t hop in your car. Stay at home. Assemble this easy recipe in just 20 minutes.
Mom’s Cottage Cheese Lasagna
Grab your favorite people and treat them to this rich, creamy Cottage Cheese Lasagna. It’s the tastiest way to say “I love you.”
Sloppy Joe Squares
An incredible, made from scratch Sloppy Joe filling is topped with cheese and baked between layers of crescent roll dough. These Sloppy Joe Squares will be a hit with your family or at your next potluck gathering!
One Pot Beefaroni
cheesy tomato sauce! It’s a savory, filling, stick to your ribs entree that will bring back memories of the classic!
Flaky Beef Empanadas
Don’t be afraid of making these delicious Beef Empanadas. The recipe is super easy, can be doubled for a crowd, and full of a hearty and delicious filling. Baked in a flaky empanada dough, enjoy them with Chimichurri sauce!
Instant Pot Salisbury Steak with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Instant Pot Salisbury Steak with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy is all made in the Instant Pot at the same time! The small Salisbury Steak Meatballs, with the rich gravy topping creamy mashed potatoes will be your favorite one pot meal!
Calico Beans Recipe
This vintage Calico Beans recipe is a must-make for everything from summer picnics to cool winter evenings. Serve as a main dish or a side dish.
Taco Spaghetti
This easy Taco Spaghetti is a one-pot pasta dinner that combines the best of taco night and pasta night in just 30 minutes. It’s loaded with seasoned ground beef, green chiles, gooey cheese, and all the toppings you love – perfect for picky eaters and busy weeknights.
Weeknight Cheesy Beef Skillet Chili
Weeknight Cheesy Beef Skillet Chili is great for those nights when dinner has to be on the table quick!
Pierogies Taco Skillet
Pierogies Taco Skillet – Cheese filled pierogies get a Mexican twist with taco meat, salsa, and plenty of cheese! Great weeknight meal that is ready in no time.
Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps
Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps – a quick and easy dinner you can get on the table in just minutes! The ground beef mixture is super flavorful and perfect in lettuce cups or even over rice.
Taco Grilled Cheese Sandwich
This Taco Grilled Cheese Sandwich can be customized just like a taco! The original recipe is packed with bold flavor and a little heat for a lunch or dinner that’s sure to leave your mouth watering!
Peanut Sauce Beef and Ramen Noodles
This dish is crazy simple to make and it really hits the spot. The rich, spicy, peanutty sauce clings to the springy ramen noodles. Bits of browned ground beef mingle with the tangle of noodles punctuated by pieces of carrot and sweet red bell pepper.
