Easy Ground Beef Recipes

Our best ever, easy Ground Beef Recipes. Everything from Meatloaf with the Best Glaze to classic Beefy Lasagna. These are our most popular, best-reviewed recipes for ground beef.

We always keep a stash of ground beef in our freezer for cheap and easy dinners and these recipes are our go-to, family-approved meals. You will find plenty of delicious and healthy ground beef dinner ideas on this list.

Ground Beef Recipes

This collection of ground beef recipes is GOLD and you’ll make them over and over. We have everything from 30-minute meals to casseroles and even slow cooker meals. It’s not surprising that our most popular ground beef recipes are:

• Made with pantry staple ingredients
• Easy-to-follow
• Quick to make
• Family-friendly
• Flavor packed

EASY Ground Beef Recipes

Ground Beef Stroganoff (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4.95 from 38 votes) – Using ground beef in stroganoff is brilliant and makes this a 30-minute meal. You’ll love the rich and creamy mushroom sauce.

Cheeseburger Sliders (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4.96 from 88 votes) – these are a party favorite and what my kids request most for birthday parties. You can make them ahead for easy entertaining.

Ground Beef Tacos (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5.0 from 16 votes) – easy peasy and you won’t believe the small list of ingredients. These are our family’s favorite juicy beef tacos and they always disappear fast.

Spaghetti Meat Sauce (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4.93 from 23 votes) – beefy, juicy and so satisfying. It comes together fast so it is perfect for busy weeknights. P.S. It’s freezer-friendly, reheats beautifully, and is perfect for meal prep.

Beef Chili (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4.85 from 65 votes) – Rich, hearty and loaded with vegetables and beans. This ground beef chili is comfort food at its best. Best of all, it takes under 30 minutes to make.

Taco Soup (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5.0 from 23 votes) – Make taco night exciting (and even easier) with this Beef Taco Soup Recipe. It’s as easy as sauteing the meat with taco seasoning, adding diced veggies, and simmering for 15 minutes.

Taco Salad (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5.0 from 4 votes) – Make a taco salad for the easiest taco night. It is basically a deconstructed taco and a low-carb option since there is no taco shell. It’s make-ahead and perfect for meal planning.

Ground Beef CASSEROLES

Classic Lasagna (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4.95 from 150 votes) – This Beef Lasagna recipe is saucy, flavorful and feeds a crowd for way less than going out to eat. It also reheats perfectly so it’s great for a to-go lunch.

Lasagna Roll-Ups (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4.97 from 79 votes) – Can you tell we love lasagna? Lasagna Roll-Ups taste like classic lasagna but are faster to make, bake and serve. They are make-ahead, freezer-friendly, and reheat well.

Baked Ziti (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4.97 from 79 votes) – The ultimate beefy and cheesy pasta casserole. This casserole is loaded and super satisfying. It also reheats well so you’ll be excited about leftovers.

CROCKPOT Ground Beef Recipes

Slow Cooker Lasagna (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4.93 from 39 votes) – This make-ahead Lasagna is juicy, cheesy, beefy, and tastes just as good as the classic, but easier. There is no need to pre-cook noodles, and you can make it the night before so it is perfect for busy weeknights and Sunday lunch.

Slow Cooker Bolognese (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4.95 from 18 votes) – You’ll love the rich flavors that form with slow cooking this bolognese sauce in a crockpot. Best of all, there is no babysitting required.

More Ground Beef Dinner Ideas

Spaghetti and Meatballs (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4.93 from 152 votes) – Make this and you’ll be known for your spaghetti and meatballs. The meatballs are incredible with a mix of ground beef, Italian sausage, and a special ingredient to make them super tender.

Meatloaf with the Best Glaze (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4.9 from 473 votes) – Say goodbye to boring and underwhelming meatloaf. This tender ground beef meatloaf is a winner and everyone raves about the sweet and tangy glaze.

Perfect Burger Recipe (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4.94 from 33 votes) – Get all of our tips and tricks for the juiciest burgers on the block and learn which ground beef is best for burgers. We also shared the recipe for our “secret sauce!”

American Goulash Recipe (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5.0 from 29 votes) -A hearty one-pot dinner that is beefy and so saucy. It also reheats well so it’s perfect for meal planning.

I hope you find some new favorite ground beef recipes here to make your busy weeknights even easier.

How to Freeze Ground Beef

Most recipes call for 1 pound of ground beef so it’s smart to freeze in 1 lb portions or even 1/2 lb portions which will thaw quicker. Use a kitchen scale to weigh out portions of ground beef and transfer to a freezer-safe zip baggie. Squeeze out any excess air and seal.

Pro Tip: Use a rolling pin to flatten the beef, making it easier to stack and store in the freezer and faster to thaw.

How to Thaw Ground Beef

• Quick Thaw – place the sealed frozen bag of beef into a large bowl and cover with cold water. Place a weight over the bag to keep it submerged. It should thaw in about 20 minutes for 1 lb portions or 10 minutes for 1/2 lb portions. Use immediately and do not refreeze quick-thawed beef.
• Thaw in the Refrigerator – place the sealed package on a plate and thaw in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours. Cook or refreeze within 2 days.
• Can I thaw in the Microwave? We do not recommend thawing in the microwave due to uneven thawing and risk of partial cooking.

What Can I Substitute for Ground Beef?

If you don’t have ground beef on hand, some recipes can be substituted with ground turkey or ground chicken and sometimes ground pork. If you are looking for a creative vegetarian substitute, try finely chopping mushrooms or eggplant in a food processor. P.S. The recipe pictured below is for our Juicy Meatballs.

Here is a simple tutorial on how to cook ground beef which you can use for quick meals like nachos, burritos, tacos, salad, and more.