11 Best Ground Beef Dinners
Stuffed Bell Peppers
Stuffed Bell Peppers are a classic comfort dish that's easy to prepare and packed with flavors.
Ingredients:
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Cooking method:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is browned.
- Stir in the rice, half of the tomato sauce, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the mixture into the peppers and place them in a baking dish.
- Pour the remaining tomato sauce over the peppers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil, top with cheese, and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Beef Taco Skillet
Transform your taco night with this one-pan beef taco skillet that’s ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Tortilla chips for serving
Cooking method:
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add taco seasoning, beans, corn, and salsa.
- Cook until heated through, about 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle with cheese and cover until melted.
- Serve with tortilla chips.
Asian Beef Lettuce Wraps
These Asian Beef Lettuce Wraps are a fresh, flavorful, and low-carb dinner option.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Lettuce leaves for wrapping
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Cooking method:
- Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned; drain excess fat.
- Add garlic, ginger, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil.
- Cook for 5 minutes until flavors meld.
- Spoon mixture into lettuce leaves.
- Garnish with green onions and serve.
Greek Beef and Rice Casserole
This Greek Beef and Rice Casserole brings Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking method:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook ground beef and onion in a skillet until browned.
- Stir in rice, tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish and top with feta cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes until heated through.
Beef Stroganoff
This creamy Beef Stroganoff is a crowd-pleaser that can be made in under an hour.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Egg noodles for serving
Cooking method:
- Cook ground beef and onion in a skillet until browned.
- Add mushrooms and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in beef broth and bring to a simmer.
- In a small bowl, mix sour cream and flour; add to skillet.
- Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Serve over egg noodles.
Mexican Beef and Cornbread Pie
This hearty Mexican Beef and Cornbread Pie is perfect for a cozy family meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package cornbread mix
Cooking method:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Brown ground beef in a skillet and add taco seasoning, salsa, and corn.
- Pour mixture into a baking dish.
- Sprinkle with cheese.
- Prepare cornbread mix as per package instructions and spread over beef mixture.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cornbread is golden brown.
Italian Beef and Spinach Stuffed Shells
These stuffed shells are an Italian-inspired delight filled with beef and spinach.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup cooked spinach
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 jar marinara sauce
- 20 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Cooking method:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and cook pasta shells according to package instructions.
- Brown ground beef; combine with ricotta, spinach, egg, and Italian seasoning.
- Stuff each shell with the beef mixture and place in a baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over shells and top with mozzarella.
- Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
Korean Beef Bowls
Korean Beef Bowls are a quick and tasty weeknight dinner option with a sweet and savory kick.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Cooked rice for serving
- Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Cooking method:
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, then drain excess fat.
- Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and garlic.
- Cook for 5 minutes until flavors combine.
- Serve over rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Beef and Potato Tacos
Beef and Potato Tacos are a flavorful twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- Taco shells
- Shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, and cheese for topping
Cooking method:
- Cook diced potatoes in a skillet until tender and golden brown.
- Add ground beef and taco seasoning; cook until beef is browned.
- Fill taco shells with beef and potato mixture.
- Top with lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese.
Meatball Sub Casserole
This Meatball Sub Casserole brings all the flavors of a classic sub into an easy-to-make dish.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 jar marinara sauce
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Cooking method:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, and egg; form into meatballs.
- Bake meatballs on a sheet for 15 minutes.
- Arrange bread slices in a baking dish; top with meatballs and marinara sauce.
- Sprinkle with cheese and bake for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted.