30 Family Dinner Ideas with Ground Beef
We’ve rounded up 30 of our favorite ground beef dinner ideas for busy families. When you need to prepare an easy and delicious family meals, there’s many ideas here to suit even the pickiest eaters!
Beef Noodle Casserole
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This Easy Ground Beef Noodle Casserole combines flavorful ground beef with a savory seasoned sauce and tender noodles. It’s the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any hectic evening. Get the Recipe: Ground Beef Noodle Casserole
Lazy Lasagna Casserole
This Lazy Lasagna Casserole is the perfect solution for a hassle-free lasagna fix. Layers of pasta and savory meat sauce are combined with a rich blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan, then baked until perfectly bubbly. You can bake it right after assembling or freeze it for a convenient meal on a hectic day. Get the Recipe: Lazy Lasagna Casserole
Taco Pasta Bake
Cheesy Taco Pasta Bake featuring ground beef, taco seasoning, and a handful of ingredients. It’s made with your preferred small pasta shape, then topped with a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, creating a hassle-free weeknight dinner. Get the Recipe: Taco Pasta Bake
Sloppy Joe Casserole
This simple Sloppy Joe Casserole features a delicious homemade sauce, perfectly seasoned, with a layer of melty cheese, both in the middle and on top, making it an ideal weeknight meal. Get the Recipe: Sloppy Joe Casserole
Cheeseburger Macaroni
This family favorite Cheeseburger Macaroni takes only 30 minutes to make! It’s the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. Get the Recipe: Cheeseburger Macaroni
Ground Beef Burrito Skillet
Ready in only 30 minutes, this Ground Beef Burrito Skillet has all of the delicious flavors of traditional burritos, but with much less work! Get the Recipe: Ground Beef Burrito Skillet
Taco Soup With Ground Beef
This easy Taco Soup is satisfying enough to serve as a hearty dinner with a side of crusty bread. Quick, easy & delicious! Get the Recipe: Taco Soup with Ground Beef
Ground Beef Taco Salad
This easy taco salad, with seasoned ground beef, fresh veggies, crunchy tortilla strips, and a creamy dressing, is perfect for any day and ready in just 25 minutes! It’s satisfying enough for dinner and ideal for potlucks and parties. Get the Recipe: Ground Beef Taco Salad
John Wayne Casserole
This easy casserole recipe features layers of taco-seasoned ground beef, green peppers, onions, and a sour cream-based cheesy sauce, all topped with cheddar cheese. The layers rest on a delicious biscuit crust. Get the Recipe: John Wayne Casserole
Easy Shepherd’s Pie
You’ll love this cozy Shepherdโs Pie featuring ground beef and veggies topped with creamy mashed potatoes, then baked until golden brown. It’s the ultimate comfort food on busy days. Get the Recip : Easy Shepherd’s Pie
Taco Tater Tot Casserole
Taco-seasoned ground beef, black beans, tater tots and cheese. Think of it as tacos with tater tots! Get the Recipe: Taco Tater Tot Casserole
Slow Cooker Ground Beef Stroganoff
This budget-friendly Slow Cooker Ground Beef Stroganoff is a great make-ahead dinner for those busy nights when everyone is coming and going. Get the Recipe: Ground Beef Stroganoff
Beef Enchilada Casserole
This Beef Enchilada Casserole with Corn Tortillas is a hearty one-pan dinner ready in just 40 minutes. Bursting with flavor, it features layers of red enchilada sauce, seasoned ground beef, corn tortillas, and plenty of gooey cheese. Get the Recipe: Beef Enchilada Casserole
Stuffed Pepper Casserole
Stuffed Pepper Casserole is the perfect meal for any weekday. It’s made in one large skillet and features ground beef, rice, tomatoes and melty cheese – it’s delicious! Get the Recipe: Stuffed Pepper Casserole
Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf
This Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf is the ultimate comfort food dinner idea. Topped with a sweet glaze, this juicy meatloaf is one that will have you wanting to make it again and again. Get the Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf
Baked Beans with Ground Beef & Bacon
This easy Baked Beans with Ground Beef & Bacon recipe offers a delicious, budget-friendly dish. Bursting with flavors, the hearty, tender ground beef complements the creamy beans in every mouthwatering bite. Get the Recipe: Baked Beans with Ground Beef & Bacon
Walking Taco Casserole
Picture layers of seasoned beef with gooey melted cheddar, all topped off with the classic crunch of Fritos, reminiscent of the beloved walking taco. Get the Recipe: Walking Taco Casserole
Cheeseburger Sliders
Whether you’re feeding a hungry crowd, or looking for an easy weeknight family dinner, these easy Cheeseburger Sliders are always a big hit! Get the Recipe: Cheeseburger Sliders
Taco Spaghetti
Perfect for the Taco Tuesdays, you’ll love the seasoned ground beef, tomato sauce, black beans and seasoning with spaghetti and lots of ooey-gooey cheese for a tasty dinner the whole family will love. Get the Recipe: Taco Spaghetti
Spanish Rice with Ground Beef
This simple one-pot Spanish Rice with Ground Beef is a great side dish on its own or can be topped with your favorites for a budget-friendly, family-friendly meal. Get the Recipe: Spanish Rice with Ground Beef
Philly Cheesesteak Casserole
This is THE BEST Philly Cheesesteak Casserole Recipe! It features seasoned ground beef, peppers, garlic, onions, and mushrooms in a tangy cream cheese sauce, all topped with provolone and cheddar cheeses on a Bisquick biscuit layer, creating the ultimate comfort food family favorite. Get the Recipe: Philly Cheesesteak Casserole
Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Enchilada Skillet Casserole
This cheesy layered casserole is made with ground beef, corn tortillas, cheese and red enchilada sauce. The ultimate dinner idea for Taco Tuesdays! Get the Recipe: Ground Beef Enchilada Skillet Casserole
Creamy Beef & Shells
This simple Creamy Beef and Shells dish blends a rich tomato sauce with seasoned ground beef and pasta for a comforting meal. With the addition of herbs, garlic, and cheddar cheese, it becomes a delicious dinner that’s perfect after a long day. Get the Recipe: Creamy Beef & Shells
Cheesy Beef Cannelloni
This Beef Cannelloni is well worth the effort and can be made in advance and reheated later. Get the Recipe: Beef Cannelloni
Stuffed Pepper Casserole
Craving stuffed peppers but don’t want to go through the hassle? This Stuffed Pepper Casserole is easy to make and will be on the table in less than an hour. Get the Recipe: Stuffed Pepper Casserole
Lasagna Rollups
A tasty twist on the traditional lasagna, these Lasagna Rollups are perfect for meal prep. Reheat them after a busy day and enjoy with a side salad and garlic bread. Get the Recipe: Lasagna Rollups
Mexican Lasagna
This twist on the classic lasagna, Mexican Lasagna With Noodles, offers a simple yet delicious option for a delicious family meal. Packed with seasoned ground beef, beans, two types of cheese, all nestled between layers of noodles and baked in a flavorful enchilada sauce. Get the Recipe: Mexican Lasagna
Baked Ziti with Meatballs
This easy Baked Ziti with Meatballs can be made with your favorite pasta shape. The homemade meatballs can be made in advance and frozen. This one’s a weeknight winner! Get the Recipe: Baked Ziti with Meatballs
Sloppy Joe’s on Garlic Bread
The flavor of the garlic bread pairs perfectly with the delicious homemade sloppy joe sauce. You’ll want this one on repeat – it’s so easy! Get the Recipe: Sloppy Joes on Garlic Bread
Cowboy Cornbread Casserole
This easy Tex-Mex Cowboy Cornbread Casserole features Savory beef, zesty tomatoes and cheesy cornbread combine for an easy family dinner recipe that’s sure to delight! Get the Recipe: Cowboy Cornbread Casserole