Ground beef is a fantastic option for quick and easy weeknight dinners! It’s affordable, incredibly versatile, and cooks in a flash. Whether you’re in the mood for classic comfort food, want to experiment with a new burger creation, or need a 30-minute, one-pan meal solution, these easy ground beef recipes will make dinner time a breeze and leave you feeling satisfied. From timeless favorites to innovative and creative ideas, you’ll discover a collection of simple, flavorful recipes that are perfect for even the busiest of nights!
Growing up in Oklahoma, we were fortunate to have a dedicated “beef man” who delivered fresh beef to our family every month. This meant our freezer was consistently stocked with ground beef, making it a staple in our weekly meals.
Now, residing in California, I no longer have my own personal “beef man,” but I’ve adopted a similar practice. I always make sure to purchase extra ground beef whenever I visit Costco. I divide it into one-pound portions, vacuum seal them using my FoodSaver, and freeze them. This way, I have ground beef readily available for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
If you’re someone who also keeps ground beef stocked in your freezer, then these recipes are designed just for you! Make sure to bookmark this page or email the link to your family, so you can easily access it whenever you need inspiration for delicious and simple ground beef dinner recipes.
The best part? Most of these recipes can be prepared in under 30 minutes. They’re packed with protein and bursting with flavor – a winning combination for a satisfying and convenient weeknight meal!
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20 Minute Enchilada Pasta
Rated 4.88/5 based on 8 votes
Make a delicious meal in just 20 minutes, with only 7 ingredients! This Enchilada Pasta recipe combines small pasta shells, ground beef, enchilada sauce and cheddar cheese into an incredibly easy and flavorful meal!
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Mushroom Swiss Burger
Rated 4.82/5 based on 16 votes
Create the most juicy and flavorful Mushroom Swiss Burger with this easy recipe! The burger is perfectly seasoned with Worcestershire sauce and steak seasoning, while the sauteed mushrooms add a wonderful umami flavor. The burger is finished with melted swiss cheese for a delicious layer of creaminess. This dish has it all, and is guaranteed to become your new favorite burger recipe!
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Buffalo Frito Chili Pie
Rated 5/5 based on 2 votes
Frito Chili Pie is given a spicy kick with the addition of buffalo sauce, green chilies and spices in this delicious twist on a classic recipe, easy to make in only 20 minutes!
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Taco Salad
Rated 5/5 based on 3 votes
Make taco night delicious and healthy with this easy Taco Salad recipe, made in just 20 minutes! Seasoned ground beef is layered on top of shredded lettuce tossed with a simple 2 ingredient homemade dressing. Serve it in a bowl, or tortilla shell, and add all your favorite toppings to make the best Taco Salad!
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Korean BBQ Burger
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Get ready to fire up the flavor with this Korean BBQ Burger recipe, a fun and delicious twist on your classic burger night! Juicy beef patties are glazed with sweet and savory Korean BBQ sauce, then topped with tangy kimchi and spicy gochujang mayo. These burgers are bursting with bold flavor in every bite and come together in just 15 minutes, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner!
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Ground Beef Enchiladas with Creamy Sriracha Sauce
Rated 5/5 based on 1 vote
This recipe for Ground Beef Enchiladas combines spicy ground beef with creamy Sriracha sauce and lots of cheese for a delicious recipe that’s easy to make in under an hour!
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Easy Bolognese Meat Sauce
Rated 4.92/5 based on 12 votes
An incredibly flavorful bolognese sauce, made in under an hour? Yes, it’s totally possible with this easy Italian meat sauce recipe! My go-to weeknight sauce is made with roasted cherry tomatoes, garlic, ground meat and Italian herbs.
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Chopped Cheese Sandwich
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This Chopped Cheese Sandwich recipe brings the iconic New York bodega favorite straight to your kitchen with juicy ground beef, melty cheese, and classic toppings like lettuce and tomato, all piled onto a hoagie roll. It’s a quick and satisfying meal that comes together in just 15 minutes. Bold, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this sandwich is comfort food at its best!
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Stuffed Bell Peppers
Rated 4.5/5 based on 2 votes
The BEST Stuffed Bell Peppers recipe is filled with flavor-packed ground beef, rice and cheese, and is easy to make in just 35 minutes!
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One Pot Beef and Macaroni
Rated 4.2/5 based on 5 votes
This Mediterranean spiced Beef and Macaroni recipe is a family favorite. It’s easy to make in one pot with 15 minutes of prep time for a quick and delicious dinner!
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Philly Cheesesteak Mac and Cheese
Rated 5/5 based on 2 votes
This seriously delicious Philly Cheesesteak Mac and Cheese recipe is a tasty twist on the traditional sandwich. It’s easy to make in only 29 minutes and filled with all of your favorite cheesesteak ingredients, including a creamy provolone cheese sauce, bell peppers, onions and beef. This recipe is perfect for an easy weeknight meal and guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family!
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Mexican Pizza
Rated 5/5 based on 2 votes
Recreate Taco Bell’s famous Mexican Pizza at home with this easy copycat recipe! In just 20 minutes make the famous fast food dish loaded with taco-seasoned ground beef, refried beans, red enchilada sauce, and plenty of cheese. It’s a delicious combination of flavors in a simple family-friendly meal!
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Smash Burgers
Rated 5/5 based on 7 votes
Smash Burgers are fast, flavorful, and ready in just 10 minutes! Thin patties cook quickly, develop a crispy crust, and stack perfectly with classic burger toppings.
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Homemade Hamburger Helper
Rated 4.67/5 based on 3 votes
It only takes 15 minutes of hands-on time to make the best Homemade Hamburger Helper recipe for a simple weeknight meal! Ditch the box and amp up the flavor of this classic cheeseburger macaroni dish using this easy one pot recipe.
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Cabbage Roll Soup
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Make the best Cabbage Roll Soup recipe with just 15 minutes of hands-on time. Let it simmer to soak in all of the delicious flavors, then enjoy an easy one pot meal in under an hour. This soup is filled with everything you’d find in a traditional cabbage roll, including ground beef, rice and tomato sauce, all mixed up in a warm and cozy soup recipe!
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Goulash
Rated 5/5 based on 1 vote
This classic American Goulash recipe is filled with perfectly seasoned ground beef, tomatoes, and pasta, all topped with plenty of melty cheese for the perfect comfort food meal. This easy recipe is made in one pan in just 35 minutes for a quick weeknight dinner that the entire family will love!
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Buffalo Cheddar Cornbread Chili Pie
Rated 4.17/5 based on 6 votes
Traditional cornbread chili pie is kicked up a notch in this downright delicious version of the dish made with buffalo sauce and cheddar cheese!
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Pasta Fagioli Soup
Rated 4.67/5 based on 6 votes
Create THE BEST Pasta Fagioli Soup with this flavorful Olive Garden copycat recipe! It’s easy to make on the stove, in a Crock Pot or Instant Pot, and guaranteed to become a new family favorite.
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Animal Style Burger
Rated 4.84/5 based on 6 votes
One of the most famous items on In N Out’s menu, is not even actually on the menu! It’s the Animal Style Burger on their not-so-secret menu! And now, you don’t have to travel to the fast food restaurant to get one, you can easily make it at home with this simple copycat recipe.
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Baked Meatballs with Red Wine BBQ Sauce
Rated 5/5 based on 3 votes
It’s easy to make delicious beef baked meatballs in the oven with this simple recipe. Serve them with a red wine BBQ sauce to create a flavorful appetizer, perfect for holiday parties, but scrumptious anytime of the year!
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Frito Chili Pie
Rated 5/5 based on 2 votes
Frito Chili Pie is an easy weeknight meal, made in just 20 minutes! This recipe is a twist on the Sonic favorite that layers warm chili, on top of salty Fritos, with a delicious layer of melted cheese on top. Enjoy it on a plate, or in a bag of Fritos to make walking tacos.
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Korean BBQ Beef
Rated 5/5 based on 3 votes
Seriously delicious Korean BBQ Beef, also known as bulgogi, is made with the best, easy homemade Korean BBQ Sauce recipe and ground beef. It can be served in a rice bowl, as lettuce wraps or tacos!
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Crock Pot Chili
Rated 4.8/5 based on 5 votes
Make the best Crock Pot Chili with this easy recipe! Two secret ingredients make this the best chili ever, chipotle peppers and stout beer. These ingredients add a rich, smoky flavor to this traditional chili recipe that takes the taste to another level! It only takes a few minutes to prep, then you can let the slow cooker do the work, and come home to a delicious dinner.
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Salisbury Steak
Rated 4.91/5 based on 10 votes
This homemade Salisbury Steak recipe is classic comfort food made easy! Juicy beef patties are smothered in a rich mushroom gravy for a hearty, flavorful meal that’s ready in less than an hour, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner!
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Crock Pot Taco Soup
Rated 4.6/5 based on 22 votes
This simple Crock Pot Taco Soup Recipe is made with taco seasoned ground beef, tomatoes, beans and corn for the best tasting soup, that’s also so easy to make!
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Philly Cheesesteak Frito Pie
Rated 5/5 based on 5 votes
Philly Cheesesteak Frito Pie is a fun twist on the southern dish, Frito Chili Pie. Ground beef, bell peppers, onions and mushrooms are cooked together and served over Fritos, topped with a creamy provolone sauce for one easy and epic recipe!
