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32 Easy Ground Beef Recipes That Everyone Will Love

February 11, 2025 by Amanda Tyler Leave a Comment

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I love cooking with ground beef because it’s so versatile. There is nothing like a hot chili on a cold, indoor-type day, and spicy tacos are perfect for those hot, outdoor-type days.

Finding dinners that everyone will eat and enjoy is no easy task- sometimes it’s my kids that are the culprit and sometimes it’s me! i get bored of the same recipes and get frustrated trying to think of new ideas all the time.

These ground beef recipes are the perfect way to change up your dinner rotation!

American Chop Suey

American Chop Suey.
Image Credit: Sugar And Soul.

American Chop Suey is a delicious and easy dinner recipe made with ground beef, tomato, onion, green pepper, macaroni, and spices.

Get The Recipe: Easy American Chop Suey Recipe

Köttbullar (Swedish Meatballs)

Köttbullar (Swedish Meatballs).
Image Credit: Gypsyplate.

These Swedish meatballs are the ultimate comfort food. Tender, perfectly cooked meat spheres smothered in the most delectable sauce. You’ll keep coming back for more!

Get The Recipe:  Köttbullar (Swedish Meatballs) 

Teriyaki Beef Bowl

Teriyaki Beef Bowl.
Image Credit: Carmy.

Grab your ground beef and have dinner ready to go in under 30 minutes with this super easy Teriyaki Beef Bowl!

Get The Recipe:  Teriyaki Beef Bowl with Ground Beef

Albondigas Soup (Mexican Meatball Soup)

Albondigas Soup (Mexican Meatball Soup).
Image Credit: Gypsyplate.

This Albondigas Soup, or Mexican Meatball Soup, features plump meatballs and many veggies in a super flavorful broth. So comforting!

Get The Recipe:  Albondigas Soup (Mexican Meatball Soup)

Chili With Ground Beef & Pinto Beans

Award Winning Chili Recipe With Ground Beef & Pinto Beans.
Image Credit: The Savvy Mama Lifestyle.

This ground beef chili has won several local awards- that’s how good it is! It’s made with ground beef and does include chili beans. Top with your favorite toppings for a complete one-bowl dinner.

Get The Recipe: Chili Recipe With Ground Beef & Pinto Beans

Ground Beef Pot Pie

Ground Beef Pot Pie.
Image Credit: Lemons And Zest.

Simple, delicious, and packed with veggies, beef, and creamy potato soup. A buttery, flaky crust to pull this ground beef pot pie together. This cozy comfort food for dinner is so easy to make and is sure to be on the spot every time!

Get The Recipe:  Ground Beef Pot Pie

Greek Meatballs

Greek Meatballs.
Image Credit: Joy Food Sunshine.

These Greek Meatballs are a quick & easy, flavorful main dish or appetizer ready in 20 minutes! Serve them with tzatziki, wrapped in a pita, or over a Greek salad!

Get The Recipe:  Greek Meatballs 

Best Easy Chili Recipe

Best Easy Chili Recipe.
Image Credit: Joy Food Sunshine.

The best quick and easy chili recipe! Made in 30 minutes on the stovetop, this beef chili is a delicious, family-friendly dinner to enjoy in the fall! It’s made from scratch (no packaged seasoning)!

Get The Recipe:  Best Easy Chili Recipe 

Stuffed Zucchini Boats With Ground Beef

Stuffed Zucchini Boats With Ground Beef.
Image Credit: Mamazilla Food.

You will love this recipe for zucchini boats with ground beef and bechamel sauce. This hearty, meaty dish, with tender baked zucchini and creamy bechamel sauce on top, will impress the whole family and become one of your favorites.

Get The Recipe:  Stuffed Zucchini Boats With Ground Beef and Bechamel Sauce On Top

Hungarian Stuffed Peppers (Töltött Paprika)

Hungarian Stuffed Peppers (töltött paprika).
Image Credit: Peter Food Adventures.

This is a classic Hungarian made with paprika peppers and ground beef, rice, and spice. It is cooked in a delicious tomato passata sauce.

Get The Recipe: Hungarian Stuffed Peppers (töltött paprika) 

Easy Ground Beef Stir Fry With Noodles

Easy Ground Beef Stir Fry with Noodles.
Image Credit: Peanut Blossom.

This budget-friendly beef stir fry is loaded with fresh veggies and is perfect for busy families. Made with fast-cooking ramen noodles, kids love this fun noodle dish.

Get The Recipe:  Easy Beef Stir Fry with Noodles 

Shepherd’s Pie With Ground Beef

Shepherd's Pie with Ground Beef.
Image Credit: Food Banjo.

This easy shepherd’s pie is perfect for feeding a family or having leftovers. It’s a kid-friendly dinner that everyone loves!

Get The Recipe: Shepherd’s Pie with Ground Beef

Easy Ground Beef and Broccoli

Easy Ground Beef and Broccoli.
Image Credit: Served From Scratch.

Not only is it super simple to make, but this Easy Ground Beef and Broccoli will fill your take-out fix in just under 20 minutes!

Get The Recipe:  Easy Ground Beef and Broccoli 

Ground Beef Thai Lettuce Wraps 

Ground Beef Thai Lettuce Wraps.
Image Credit: Cook At Home Mom.

These Thai Lettuce Wraps are made with ground beef, served with Coconut Cauliflower Rice, and topped with cashews and avocados. They’re Whole30 and Low Carb and for a complete, delicious meal!

Get The Recipe: Ground Beef Thai Lettuce Wraps

Pub Style Cottage Pie Recipe

Pub Style Cottage Pie Recipe.
Image Credit: Delicious Spoon.

With ground beef, fresh herbs, veggies, potatoes, and a splash of beer, this easy Pub Style Cottage Pie is the best cottage pie recipe you’ll ever try! It comes together quickly, using ingredients you likely have in the freezer or pantry, and makes a delightful, comforting dinner any night of the week.

Get The Recipe: Pub Style Cottage Pie Recipe 

Instant Pot Egg Roll in a Bowl

Instant Pot Egg Roll in a Bowl.
Image Credit: Corrie Cooks.

Looking for a low-carb meal for a light dinner? This Egg roll in a bowl is the recipe for you, and you can have it in less than 10 minutes. 

Get The Recipe: Instant Pot Egg Roll in a Bowl

Vietnamese Beef Banh Mi

Vietnamese Beef Banh Mi.
Image Credit: Delightful Plate.

This Lemongrass Beef Banh Mi features a Vietnamese baguette with aromatic grilled beef and pickled vegetables. There are so many textures and flavors in one bite.

Get The Recipe:  Vietnamese Beef Banh Mi 

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet

Easy Ground Beef and Rice Skillet.
Image Credit: Thrifty Frugal Mom.

This simple one-pan recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners! It’s made with just a few basic ingredients, is budget-friendly, and is a meal the whole family will enjoy!

Get The Recipe: Easy Ground Beef and Rice Skillet

Ground Beef Bulgogi

Ground Beef Bulgogi.
Image Credit: Ground Beef Recipes.

Ground Beef Bulgogi captures all the sweet and savory flavors of classic Korean bulgogi in a quick weeknight-friendly meal! Have it on the table in under 30 minutes!

Get The Recipe:  Ground Beef Bulgogi

Beef Kafta Sandwich

Beef Kafta Sandwich.
Image Credit: NeighborFood.

This Lebanese Ground Beef Kafta is filled with warm spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and cumin. It can be grilled and served on its own, with rice, or in pita bread for a flavorful Mediterranean meal.

Get The Recipe:  Beef Kafta Sandwich

Korean Kimchi Burger

Korean Kimchi Burger (with Creamy Kimchi Sauce).
Image Credit: In The Kitch.

Try something unique with this kimchi beef burger recipe. You’ll find Asian ingredients like kimchi, sesame seeds, and soy sauce right in the beef patty, along with a creamy kimchi sauce.

Get The Recipe:  Kimchi Beef Burgers with Creamy Kimchi Sauce

Lipton Onion Soup Mix Meatloaf Recipe

Favorite Lipton Onion Soup Mix Meatloaf Recipe.
Image Credit: Renee’s Kitchen Adventures.

This meatloaf with Lipton Onion Soup is not only delicious, but it’s also easy and doesn’t require a ton of ingredients to make. It makes a tasty dinner the whole family will enjoy.

Get The Recipe: Lipton Onion Soup Mix Meatloaf Recipe

Instant Pot Ground Beef and Rice

Instant Pot Ground Beef and Rice.
Image Credit: Thy Typical Mom.

Instant Pot ground beef and rice is a hearty meal, sometimes called dirty rice. Served as a side dish or dinner, it’s great with ground sausage too.

Get The Recipe:  Instant Pot Ground Beef and Rice 

Skillet Meatball Stew 

Skillet Meatball Stew.
Image Credit: This Mama Loves.

Skillet meatball stew is really good and really filling. Apparently, no matter how big a batch you make, there will not be enough leftovers the next day.

Get The Recipe:  Skillet Meatball Stew 

Alcapurrias

Alcapurrias.
Image Credit: The Six Figure Dish.

Puerto Rican alcapurrias are stuffed with ground beef and all of the traditional spices. They’re deep-fried until perfectly cooked, and then served with your favorite dipping sauce.

Get The Recipe:  Alcapurrias

Easy Teriyaki Pineapple Meatballs Recipe

Easy Teriyaki Pineapple Meatballs Recipe.
Image Credit: Winding Creek Ranch.

Teriyaki Pineapple Meatballs are the perfect family-friendly meal. This easy-to-make, flavorful meatballs are an easy dinner recipe, with meatballs coated in a homemade pineapple teriyaki sauce, so tender and saucy.

Get The Recipe:  Easy Teriyaki Pineapple Meatballs Recipe

Bobotie

Bobotie.
Image Credit: Greedy Gourmet.

Bobotie is a famous South African beef mince casserole comprising curried beef mince with almonds and raisins, which is then topped with an egg custard and baked. Best served with rice and pumpkin mash!

Get The Recipe:  Bobotie

Mapo Tofu 

Mapo Tofu (Easy Recipe).
Image Credit: Oh Snap Let’s Eat.

Have you ever had Mapo Tofu? It’s soft cubed tofu cooked in a flavorful, spicy, meaty sauce. It’s basically Chinese comfort food! Especially when you eat it with rice!

Get The Recipe:  Mapo Tofu (Easy Recipe)

Spicy Tamale Pie

Spicy Tamale Pie.
Image Credit: Sumptuous Spoonfuls.

A spicy Mexican ground beef, corn, and black bean filling topped with crusty cornbread, this Tamale Pie is a hearty, healthy, and easy meal to celebrate the season. The chiles open up the sinuses, too.

Get The Recipe: Spicy Tamale Pie 

Beef Empanada Recipe (Argentinian Empanadas)

Beef Empanada Recipe (Argentinian Empanadas).
Image Credit: Went Here 8 This.

This Beef Empanada recipe is made with ground beef, vegetables and spices, wrapped up in pie crust, and baked until crispy. Served with a homemade chimichurri sauce, these empanadas are easy to make in under an hour.

Get The Recipe:  Beef Empanada Recipe (Argentinian Empanadas)

Mongolian Meatballs Recipe

Mongolian Meatballs Recipe.
Image Credit: Recipe 52.

Want some moist and juicy meatballs wrapped in a sticky glaze? They taste like sweet and spicy bites that you would gobble one after another.

Get The Recipe:  Mongolian Meatballs, Glazed Asian Meatballs

Pakistani Keema (Bhuna)

Pakistani Keema (Bhuna).
Image Credit: Recipe 52.

I bet this is the best fried keema recipe made in 35 minutes. The bhuna technique and spices give so much flavor to the ground meat. This recipe will become your family favorite.

Get The Recipe:  Pakistani Keema (Bhuna)

 

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