16 Ground Beef Recipes for Quick and Tasty Cooking

We all know the struggle: it's dinnertime again, the fridge looks bare, and you're short on time. But fear not, because ground beef is your weeknight hero! This affordable and easy-to-cook ingredient can be whipped up into a delicious meal in no time.

This collection of 16 ground beef recipes has something for everyone. From classic favorites to creative ideas, you're sure to find a recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you with happy bellies.

Cheesy Ground Beef Quesadilla Recipe

Let’s make cheesy beef quesadillas! Our whole family loves this meal. And there’s a lot to love – this ground beef quesadilla recipe is comforting and delicious; easy and ready in 20 minutes. Get the recipe.

Korean Beef and Rice

If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, then try this Korean beef and rice! It’s the perfect combination of flavors for a meal that’s going to become a new family favorite! With a few pantry staples, you can make a delicious meal from start to finish in just 15 minutes! Get the recipes.

Meatballs and Gravy Recipe (IKEA Inspired)

It's Meatballs and Gravy Recipe - Ikea-inspired meatballs made with ground beef and turkey that are seared till brown and crispy and then simmered in the best ever homemade gravy. This hearty and satisfying dish is sure to become new family's favorite. Get the recipe.

Easy Taco Meat Recipe

This easy Taco Meat recipe is the secret to the absolute BEST tacos you'll ever make at home! With a homemade blend of taco seasonings and tomato sauce, this recipe delivers the most flavorful taco meat in just 20 minutes. Get the recipe.

Homemade Sausage Recipe

This easy Homemade Sausage Recipe is a quick and delicious breakfast treat that is as comforting as comfort food gets. Get the recipe.

Cumin Beef Fried Rice Recipe

This beef fried rice recipe is the perfect one-bowl meal that combines ground beef, leftover rice, and the warmth of cumin for the perfect meal! It’s faster than takeout and only takes 15 minutes to make this from scratch. This fried rice tastes incredible and goes with just about everything. Get the recipe.

Cabbage and Ground Beef Recipe

If you need an easy way to use a lot of cabbager, try this super tasty cabbage and ground beef recipe. This quick dinner will make an excellent addition to your weekly rotation! Get the recipe.

Bourbon Meatballs Appetizer

This bourbon meatballs recipe fits the bill of a well-loved and delicious appetizer. The meatballs are succulent, the bourbon sauce is scrumptious and their flavors complement each other famously! Get the recipe.

One-Pot Chili Recipe

This easy one-pot chili is the perfect recipe for fall or winter or when you’re watching the big game with friends and family! Made with ground beef, beans, a simple blend of chili seasonings, and a couple of secret ingredients that make this chili extra tasty. Make it the day before, serve it up at your tailgater, or let it simmer on the stove while you watch the game at home! Get the recipe.

Chili Mac

Creamy macaroni and cheese with all the classic American beef chili ingredients you love all in one very easy to make dish. Perfect for beginner cooks – and loved by all family members, big and small. Get the recipe.

Easy Skinny Quinoa Chili

This Easy Skinny Quinoa Chili will become a quick weeknight favorite.  It's easy to throw together and packed with nutrition.  Make a big batch and eat it for lunch all week. Get the recipe.

Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf (with a Tangy Glaze)

This Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf recipe is such a comforting weeknight dinner that is full of flavor. It is wrapped in bacon and smothered with a tasty keto-friendly glaze that is sweet, tangy, and crazy delicious! Get the recipe.

Easy Sloppy Joe Recipe 

This super easy sloppy joe recipe requires only 5 ingredients and will be ready in 15 minutes! It’s the perfect weeknight meal for those busy days when you want to whip up something the whole family will love! Get the recipe.

Lasagna al Forno

Lasagna al forno is a classic Italian dish made with pasta sheets, meat sauce, vegetables, red wine, and a creamy béchamel sauce. The dish is an absolute symphony of incredible flavors and textures. The pasta is soft and delicious, the cheese is creamy and perfectly crisped at the edges, and nobody can resist the allure of a wonderful homemade lasagna recipe. Get the recipe.

Easy Ground Beef Pasta Skillet

This ground beef pasta recipe can be made in under 30 minutes with any pasta you have and tastes like it’s been simmered all day long on the stove. A true weeknight dinner superstar! Get the recipe.

Ground Beef Wellington

I’ve given a dish of aristocratic origins an accessible update! Ground beef Wellington uses minced meat rather than fillet steak to make it a more budget-friendly, but nonetheless impressive, dinner centrepiece. My version is packed with juicy beef, fresh vegetables and herbs and is surprisingly easy to bring together. Go on! Show off! Get the recipe.