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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    29 Quick and Easy Ground Beef Dinners for Busy Weeknights

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on March 3, 2025, updated February 11, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Ground beef is a go-to ingredient for quick and satisfying meals, especially on busy weeknights. With its versatility, you can whip up everything from classic burgers to hearty casseroles in no time. Here are 29 easy recipes that will help you get dinner on the table without the stress.

    Ground Beef Stir-Fry

    Stir-fried ground beef.
    Photo credit: Foodess.

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

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    Quick Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles

    Quick Mongolian Ground Beef Noodles.
    Photo Credit: The Cinnamon Jar.

    15-minute Mongolian beef noodles are perfect for busy weeknights when you want a quick and easy meal. This dish is not only simple to prepare but also really tasty.

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    One Pot Cheesy Taco Skillet

    One Pot Cheesy Taco Skillet.
    Photo Credit: Cooking Up Memories.

    This One Pot Cheesy Taco Skillet combines the great flavors of ground beef, taco seasoning, and melted cheese. It's an easy dinner that everyone in the family will enjoy!

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    Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers

    Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers without Rice
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Stuffed peppers can be ready in just 45 minutes with this simple recipe. Packed with tex-mex flavors and topped with cheese, they’re great on their own or with some tortilla chips.

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    Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet

    Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet
    Photo Credit: Well Fed Baker.

    This Mexican-inspired skillet meal is full of flavor and perfect for a quick dinner. It's a simple one-pan dish that brings a bit of Southwest flair to your table.

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    One Pot Burrito Bowl

    One Pot Burrito Bowl Recipe
    Photo Credit: I Heart Nap Time.

    These Mexican burrito bowls are quick and tasty, ready in just 30 minutes with everything cooked in one pot. They’re a great option for busy nights when you want something satisfying without a lot of work.

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    Cottage Cheese Lasagna

    Cottage Cheese Lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Ambitious Foodie.

    Cottage cheese lasagna is a classic comfort food that's simple to make. You can prepare it up to five days ahead, so you can enjoy a hearty, home-cooked meal whenever it suits you.

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    Beef Carbonara

    Beef Carbonara.
    Photo Credit: Chocolates & Chai.

    This Beef Carbonara is a creamy pasta dish that's easy to whip up and sure to please everyone at the table. It's a great option for busy nights when you want something delicious without a lot of work.

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    Parmesan Meatloaf

    Parmesan Meatloaf.
    Photo credit: Healthy Mom Healthy Family.

    This cheesy meatloaf is a great option for a cozy dinner. It's simple to make and perfect for a satisfying meal.

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    Homemade Hamburgers

    air fryer hamburger.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish features juicy ground beef that’s cooked just right and ready to be topped with your favorite burger fixings. With just ground beef, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce, it’s an easy meal for any night.

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    Taco Pasta Salad

    Taco Pasta Salad.
    Photo Credit: Recipes from a Pantry.

    This Taco Pasta Salad with Doritos is a great choice for potlucks, BBQs, or family get-togethers. It's simple to adjust the amount, so you can make a big batch or just enough for a quick meal when you're in the mood for something with a Mexican twist.

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    Instant Pot Bolognese

    A bowl of instant pot bolognese served over pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Instant Pot bolognese is a quick and easy way to enjoy a classic pasta sauce. With just a few simple pantry ingredients, you can whip up a rich and hearty meal in no time.

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    Ground Beef Nachos

    Nachos.
    Photo credit: Food Folks and Fun.

    This nacho dish features a tasty mix of seasoned ground beef, ranch beans, black beans, onions, and garlic, all topped with sour cream, jalapenos, avocados, cilantro, lime slices, and plenty of melted cheese. It's a fun and satisfying meal that's perfect for any night.

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    Chili Mac and Cheese

    Chili Mac and Cheese.
    Photo Credit: This View from Great Island.

    Chili Mac and Cheese is a cozy dinner that combines hearty chili, pasta, and plenty of melted cheese. It's a great choice for Game Day or any night of the week!

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    Stuffed Pepper Soup

    Best Stuffed Pepper Soup.
    Photo Credit: The View from Great Island.

    Stuffed pepper soup is a filling and cozy dish that you can whip up in less than an hour. It's perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.

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    Spaghetti Pie with Sour Cream

    Spaghetti Pie with Sour Cream.
    Photo Credit: That Skinny Chick Can Bake.

    Spaghetti Pie with Sour Cream is a pasta dish that the whole family will enjoy. It's simple to prepare and offers a tasty twist on classic comfort food.

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    Easy Chili

    A bowl of easy Chili.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This chili is quick to prepare in just one pot and takes under an hour to cook. It's packed with traditional chili flavors and features a tasty homemade seasoning blend.

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    Hamburger Vegetable Soup

    Hamburger Vegetable Soup.
    Photo Credit: Baked Broiled & Basted.

    Hamburger Vegetable Soup is a filling and easy meal that's packed with flavor. It's full of meat, veggies, and pasta, making it a great choice for dinner.

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    American Chop Suey

    American Chop Suey.
    Photo Credit: Dishes Delish.

    American chop suey is a straightforward dinner featuring ground beef, tasty vegetables, and elbow macaroni all mixed in a rich tomato sauce. It comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a great choice for busy weeknights and a hit with the family.

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    Ground Beef & Cabbage Skillet

    Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet.
    Photo credit: Real Food Real Deals.

    A one pot ground beef and cabbage skillet is a quick and healthy dinner option. It only takes 15 minutes to prepare and is sure to be a hit with everyone.

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    Eggplant Moussaka

    Eggplant Moussaka with Lamb.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Eggplant Moussaka is a hearty dinner packed with vegetables and ground beef, all topped with plenty of cheese. This version skips the potatoes and Bechamel sauce, using more eggplant instead for a tasty and healthy Mediterranean meal that's easy to prepare.

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    Johnny Marzetti - Ground Beef Noodle Casserole

    Johnny Marzetti - Ground Beef Noodle Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Masala Herb.

    Johnny Marzetti is a baked pasta dish that combines ground beef and tomato sauce. It's topped with cheese for a comforting meal.

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    Spanish Rice with Ground Beef

    Spanish Rice with Ground Beef.
    Photo Credit: Miss in the Kitchen.

    Spanish Rice with Ground Beef is a simple dinner that you can whip up in about 30 minutes. It's a filling one-pan meal that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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    Skillet Stuffed Peppers

    Skillet Stuffed Peppers.
    Photo credit: Raising Generation Nourished.

    Skip the fussy prep and make skillet stuffed peppers with the most rich, delicious flavor, sure to make the whole family happy!

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    Texas Hash

    Texas Hash.
    Photo Credit: Ground Beef Recipes.

    Texas Hash is a simple Tex-Mex dish made with ground beef and rice. This one-pot meal can be enjoyed on its own, topped with your favorite ingredients, or used as a filling for tacos.

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    Crescent Roll Taco Bake

    Crescent Roll Taco Bake.
    Photo Credit: The Urben Life.

    This taco bake features seasoned ground beef and creamy refried beans wrapped in a soft, buttery crescent roll crust. It's a quick and easy meal that you can top with your favorite taco fixings.

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    Ground Beef and Potato Casserole

    Ground Beef and Potato Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Zona Cooks.

    This casserole is great for any meal of the day. It's packed with soft potatoes, ground beef, onions, cheese, and a creamy mushroom sauce.

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    Campbell's Tater Tot Casserole

    Campbell’s Tater Tot Casserole.
    Photo credit: Mimi Loves Cooking.

    This is a new family favorite for busy nights when you need something quick and easy. Pair it with a side salad for a complete meal!

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    Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking taco casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This casserole combines all the delicious flavors of tacos into a simple one-dish meal. It's packed with ground beef, salsa, and plenty of cheese, making it perfect for a potluck or a quick weeknight dinner.

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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 more than 20 years of 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, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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