14 Simple Ground Beef Dinners That Skip the Pasta
Ground beef is a classic weeknight staple, but it’s easy to get stuck in a routine of standard spaghetti or lasagna nights. If you are looking to clear the noodles out of your menu rotation, there are plenty of other ways to turn a package of ground beef into a satisfying dinner. This collection of 14 recipes swaps out the pasta for hearty potato casseroles, simple rice bowls, and unique global comfort foods. They are straightforward to prepare and offer a great way to shake up your usual weeknight routine.
Japanese Stewed Hamburger Steak
Ready to take hamburger to a whole new level? Try tender and juicy Nikomi Hambagu or Japanese Stewed Hamburger Steak. We first sear the patties, then simmer them gently in a bold and savory wine-reduction sauce. Top it with cheese for a layer of melty goodness!
Nana’s Golabki (Polish Stuffed Cabbage Rolls)
Nana’s Golabki is the ultimate comfort food! These Polish Stuffed Cabbage Rolls are mostly traditional – ground beef and rice wrapped and baked in soft cabbage leaves, but with a healthy surprise ingredient: mushrooms!
Cuban Picadillo Recipe in the Instant Pot
Cuban Picadillo is an authentic beef recipe made in the Instant Pot! It’s filled with olives, onions, green peppers, and ground beef. This Cuban recipe is ready in a 20 minute (ish) cook time and is delicious with rice and beans, or in tacos, or rice bowls.
Zucchini Beef Meatballs
Add some green to these juicy, beef meatballs with zucchini. Get your veggies and meat all in one delicious bite! 15 minutes of prep and simmered in sauce to perfection–dinner is served!
Rotel Tacos
Taco Tuesday just got better with these Rotel Tacos! Take the standard ingredients from a taco kit but add some extra flavor with a Rotel cheese sauce. This recipe is ready in under 30 minutes and is perfect for a quick and yummy meal.
Crockpot Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole Recipe
In this easy casserole recipe, ground beef and potatoes are layered with a creamy, savory sauce in the slow cooker, and then topped with gooey cheese for a hearty meal.
Ground Beef Teriyaki
This easy Ground Beef Teriyaki recipe is a dinner you can make in under 30 minutes. Full of veggies, protein packed beef and a delicious teriyaki sauce that will have you coming back for more! Great for meal prep early in the week for grab and go meals on busy weeknights and more!
Copycat Taco Bell Meximelts
Miss those iconic Meximelts from Taco Bell? This homemade copycat version brings back the nostalgia using simple ingredients right from your kitchen. With seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and fresh pico de gallo wrapped in a soft flour tortilla, these make the perfect addition to your Taco Tuesday!
Hoisin Beef with Gochujang Sauce
Hoisin beef is a favorite weeknight meal in my house. It’s packed with flavor from a combination of sweet-savory hoisin sauce, salty and rich soy sauce, and spicy, umami-packed gochujang and turns simple stir-fried ground beef into a crave-worthy meal.
Keto Pizza Casserole with Ground Beef Recipe
This one skillet Keto pizza casserole recipe with ground beef will not disappoint with its zesty italian sausage, ground beef and pepperoni! Who doesn’t love a meat-lovers pizza? Now my keto/low carbs friends can enjoy it too!
Okinawa Taco Rice
Okinawan Taco Rice is a surprisingly delicious fusion of Tex-Mex and Japanese cuisines with flavorful taco fixings served on a bed of hot Japanese white rice. It‘s a satisfying, unique comfort food that‘s quick to make for a weeknight dinner!
Japanese Dry Curry
Dry Curry is a no-gravy version of Japanese curry rice made with ground meat and minced vegetables and often topped with a fried egg. This homestyle meal is flavorful, gently spiced, and savory with a hint of sweetness from raisins. Although it’s not a well-known dish outside of Japan, this quick and easy curry is a staple in Japanese households.
3 Ingredient Sloppy Joes
You probably already have all you need to create sloppy joes from scratch and you’ll be amazed by how much better they are than any premade sloppy joe mix! Have dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes with these quick and easy 3 Ingredient Sloppy Joes.
Loco Moco
Learn how to make Loco Moco, the Hawaiian comfort food with a Japanese twist! Enjoy hot steamed rice topped with a tender hamburger steak, smothered in savory soy-based mushroom gravy. Finish with a perfectly fried egg for the ultimate comfort meal.
