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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    14 Ground Beef Recipes That Were Made for Summer

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on May 31, 2025, updated May 20, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Summer is the perfect time to enjoy delicious meals with family and friends. Ground beef is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, from classic burgers to flavorful tacos and lots of other dishes that are great for summer. Here are 14 easy and satisfying ground beef recipes that will make your summer gatherings even more enjoyable.

    Slow Cooker No-Bean Chili

    Slow Cooker No-Bean Chili.
    Photo Credit: The Short Order Cook.

    This chili is packed with flavorful tomatoes and spices. With ground beef and crispy bacon, it's a perfect dish to enjoy with your favorite toppings.

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    Mexican Beef Rice Skillet

    Mexican Beef Rice Skillet.
    Photo Credit: Grits & Pinecones.

    Mexican Beef Rice Skillet is a simple one-pan dish that’s great for busy weeknights. It offers a filling and tasty meal without taking up too much of your time.

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    Ground Beef Chili

    Ground Beef Chili.
    Photo Credit: The Rustic Foodie.

    This chili is made in the slow cooker with beans, corn, peppers, and masa harina. It’s packed with delicious Southwest flavors!

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    Kimchi Sloppy Joes

    Kimchi Sloppy Joe.
    Photo credit: Served From Scratch.

    This classic dish gets a fun twist with some Korean flavors. It's a great way to enjoy summer meals with ground beef.

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    Egg Roll in a Bowl

    Egg roll in a bowl.
    Photo credit: Kitchen Fun with my Three Sons.

    Egg Roll in a Bowl features juicy ground beef, crisp greens, and a hint of soy sauce, creating a simple and tasty dish that's perfect for dinner. This one-pan meal combines fresh ingredients and spices for a healthy, low-carb option that you'll enjoy making often.

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    Slow Cooker Hot Chili

    Slow Cooker Hot Chili.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This chili packs a spicy punch with serrano peppers and is loaded with flavor from crispy bacon. It's a hearty dish that's perfect for summer gatherings.

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    Mexican Ground Beef and Quinoa Taco Bowls

    Mexican Ground Beef and Quinoa Taco Bowls.
    Photo Credit: Haute & Healthy Living.

    Mexican Ground Beef and Quinoa Taco Bowls are quick to prepare in just one pan and take under 30 minutes. This simple skillet dinner is full of Tex Mex flavors and is great for meal prep.

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    Crockpot Taco Pasta

    Taco pasta.
    Photo Credit: The Salty Pot.

    This dish combines hearty beef with a creamy cheese sauce and comforting pasta, creating a satisfying meal. It comes together in under 15 minutes, making it perfect for a quick dinner.

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    Homemade Hamburgers

    air fryer hamburger.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These burgers are juicy and cooked just right, perfect for adding your favorite toppings. With just ground beef, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce, you can whip them up easily.

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    4-Ingredient Chili

    Chili.
    Photo credit: The Feathered Nester.

    This is a hearty meal that won't break the bank, and it only requires four simple ingredients. It's perfect for summer when you want something filling without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Italian Stuffed Peppers

    Italian Stuffed Peppers.
    Photo Credit: Valerie's Kitchen.

    Italian Stuffed Peppers are a delicious and filling meal. They are filled with a tasty mix of ground beef and rice, then baked with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese until they're nice and tender.

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    Beef Taco Skillet

    BEEF TACO SKILLET.
    Photo credit: Laura Fuentes.

    This cheesy ground beef taco skillet is a quick meal that you can whip up in just 15 minutes. It's a great option for busy weeknights when you need something tasty and easy.

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    Homemade Hot Dog Chili Sauce

    Homemade Hot Dog Chili Sauce.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This chili is great for topping chili dogs or an open face burger. It's thick and packed with just the right amount of spice and flavor.

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    Ground Beef Stir-Fry

    Stir-fried ground beef.
    Photo credit: Foodess.

    Ground Beef Stir Fry is a simple and quick dinner packed with fresh vegetables. This 30-minute dish features a delicious sauce that brings everything together.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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