14 Delicious Ground Beef Dinners

These 14 Delicious Ground Beef Dinners that contain only 1 pound of ground beef will stretch your budget dollar. But saving money doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice variety and flavor.

A 4 image vertical collage of ground beef main dishes with text overlay. — Collage of 4 images of main dishes using ground beef. Images courtesy of Girl Carnivore, Balance with Jess, Jam Jar Kitchen, and Fresh Apron.

If you are tired of the same old plain burgers, this is the place to find new ways to make ground beef more exciting.

Here you will find skillet dinners, casseroles, salads, kicked-up burgers, and special fusion dishes that rock that 1 pound of ground beef. Plus, each recipe is easy, delicious, and quick to make for family dinners any day of the week.

So, if you have a pound of ground beef and don’t know what to make, check out these 14 Delicious Ground Beef Dinners from some of the best food and recipe bloggers. This is the place to find new ways to make ground beef more exciting!

In no particular order here are 14 ideas that will help you make a fabulous ground beef dinner and stay on budget.

1. Million Dollar Spaghetti

Million Dollar Spaghetti

Million Dollar Spaghetti is a hearty spaghetti casserole that's creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. This easy pasta casserole is family-friendly and budget-friendly.

Recipe courtesy of Kate at I Heart Eating

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A fork full with spaghetti, sauce, and cheese over a beige casserole.

2. Ground Beef Tostadas

Ground Beef Tostadas

Fresh and full of flavorful ingredients, these Beef Tostadas are sure to be a fun twist on taco night!

Recipe courtesy of Holly at Spend With Pennies

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Ground beef, refried beans and toppings on a crisp tortilla.

3. Super Easy Macaroni and Beef Skillet

Super Easy Macaroni and Beef Skillet

Easy, simple and delicious, this old-fashioned recipe is a favorite with both kids and adults.

Recipe courtesy of Lydia of Thrifty Frugal Mom.

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Macaroni and ground beef in a white dish with a fork.

4. Oklahoma Onion Burgers

Oklahoma Onion Burgers

The sweetness from juicy caramelized onions paired with juicy, savory ground beef is just unbeatable when you sink your teeth in. Top this Oklahoma Onion Burger with all of your favorite toppings and it becomes truly drool-worthy.

Recipe courtesy of Courtney at A Paige of Positivity.

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Ground beef burgers with onions and cheese with lettuce, tomato, and pickles.

5. Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

These Unstuffed or Lazy Cabbage Rolls, make the perfect quick, easy and delicious weeknight meal. No stuffing required, no side dish needed, it’s a meal in itself!

Recipe courtesy of Rosemary of An Italian in My Kitchen.

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Cabbage skillet dinner with rice and ground beef.

6. Bacon Cheeseburger Salad

Bacon Cheeseburger Salad

This Bacon Cheeseburger Salad has all your favorite burger toppings and is drizzled with a sweet and tangy honey mustard dressing.

Recipe courtesy of Nicole at Fresh Apron.

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Ground beef and bacon cheeseburger salad on a white plate.

7. Mexican Meatballs

Mexican Meatballs

These gluten-free Mexican-inspired Meatballs are tender, smoky, and super flavorful. They're served in a delicious adobo tomato sauce.

Recipe courtesy of Jessica at Balance with Jess.

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Ground beef meatballs in red adobo sauce.

8. Instant Pot Cheesy Taco Rice

Instant Pot Cheesy Taco Rice

Instant Pot Cheesy Taco Rice is a flavorful recipe that's made with rice, ground beef, and beans. This easy dinner recipe takes just minutes to make!

Recipe courtesy of Kate of Eating in anInstant

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Bowl of rice, beans, ground beef and taco toppings.

9. Korean Beef Bowls

Korean Beef Bowls

These quick and easy Korean-inspired bowls use just a few ingredients and tons of veggies for a wholesome delicious meal!

Recipe courtesy of Kita at Girl Carnivore.

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Korean style seasoned ground beef bowls with vegies.

10. Creamy Cheesy Beef and Shells

Creamy Cheesy Beef and Shells

Creamy beef and shells is an easy weeknight dish that comes together in under 30 minutes. Is loaded with tender pasta, ground beef, tomato, lots of cheese, and approved by all.

Recipe courtesy of Wendie at Butter Your Biscuit.

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Ground beef and shell pasta in a creamy red sauce.

11. Takis Taco Salad

Takis Taco Salad

Takis Taco Salad is a bowl of everything you love about tacos. Ranch dressing is the perfect match for the spicy heat of the chips.

Recipe courtesy of Kim at 24 Bite.

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Ground beef taco salad with takis on bright orange plates.

12. Kimchi Beef Burgers with Creamy Kimchi Sauce

Kimchi Beef Burgers with Creamy Kimchi Sauce

These beef burgers are filled with delicious Asian ingredients like kimchi, soy and sesame. It's served with a tasty, homemade kimchi sauce for a delicious twist on the classic.

Recipe courtesy of Joss at In The Kitch.

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A loaded ground beef burger slathered in kimchi sauce on a simple bun.

13. One Pot Cheeseburger Pasta Skillet Recipe

One Pot Cheeseburger Pasta Skillet Recipe | Sugar and Snap Peas

On the nights that you need to make a warm and filling meal for your family, but you're short on time and don't want to dirty a bunch of dishes, you need to make this Cheeseburger Skillet Recipe! A cheeseburger pasta skillet contains macaroni shells, ground beef, lots of cheese, ketchup, and mustard, and truly is made all in one pan!

Recipe courtesy of Katie at Sugar and Snap Peas.

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Ground beef and pasta shells in a brown creamy sauce.

14. Italian Meatball Subs

Italian Meatball Subs

These Italian Meatball Subs are going to be your family's new sandwich obsession! Handmade beef and Italian sausage meatballs cooked in a flavorful tomato sauce and served on top of toasted bread rolls with melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese. It doesn't get any better!

Recipe courtesy of Elizabeth at Jam Jar Kitchen.

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