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22 Ground Beef Casserole Recipes for Easy Weeknight Dinners

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Ground beef is one of the easiest ways to get dinner on the table, and a casserole turns it into a meal the whole family will ask for again. Whether you call it hamburger or ground beef, these ground beef casserole recipes include cheeseburger and Big Mac bakes, tater tot casseroles, cheesy pasta dishes and taco-inspired dinners, all made with ingredients you probably have on hand.

Every recipe comes from our kitchen with full directions. Prefer something you can hold? See our cheeseburger recipes or slider recipes.

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Quick Picks: Ground Beef Casserole Recipes

Why Ground Beef Casserole Recipes Are Perfect

  • Comforting and Filling: Beef, cheese and a starch make a meal that satisfies everyone.
  • Great for Easy Dinners: Most casseroles go from pan to oven with simple prep.
  • Easy to Customize: Swap the cheese, pasta or vegetables to suit what you have.
  • Perfect for Family Meals: One dish serves a crowd and leaves leftovers for lunch.
  • Plenty of Variety: Cheeseburger, taco, pasta, potato and veggie casseroles keep dinner interesting.

The Kitchen Divas Formula for Ground Beef Casserole Recipes

  • Simple Ingredients: Ground beef, cheese and pantry staples.
  • Comforting Flavors: Tater tots, melted cheese, pasta and taco seasoning.
  • Make-Ahead Friendly: Many casseroles can be assembled ahead and baked later.

Cheeseburger and Big Mac Casseroles

These casseroles bring burger flavor to a baking dish, with no patties to flip.

Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole
Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole is a quick and easy recipe that combines classic burger ingredients in the filling and then is baked with tots on top.
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Big Mac Casserole with Tater Tots
This Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole is an easy dinner recipe the whole family will love. It has the same flavors as a classic Big Mac in a delicious casserole.
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Big Mac Casserole
This recipe for Big Mac Casserole tastes just like the McDonald's classic. It's filled with crispy potatoes, and tender beef, and finished with homemade mac sauce.
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Easy Bacon Cheeseburger Pie
My Grandma's Bacon Cheeseburger Pie is exactly like a bacon cheeseburger in a pie crust! Ketchup, mustard, relish, bacon, ground meat and lots of cheese! It's a hearty and delicious meal that is a true crowd-pleaser for meals!
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Old-Fashioned Hamburger Casserole
Just about everyone's mom or grandma had some version of creamy hamburger potato casserole for dinner. An easy recipe, old-fashioned hamburger casserole relies on creamy canned soup and a few other simple ingredients for its flavor and texture!
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Hamburger Hash Brown Casserole
Hamburger Hash Brown Casserole is an easy and tasty dinner idea! It's creamy, and cheesy, and is ready in 45 minutes.
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Hamburger Green Bean Casserole
This hamburger green bean casserole is a one pot meal that's full of creamy and cheesy mashed potatoes, green beans, and your favorite ground meat! It's an easy dinner recipe the whole family will love!
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For more of that flavor, browse our Big Mac recipes.

Potato and Tater Tot Casseroles

Potatoes and tater tots turn ground beef into a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal that is perfect for cold nights.

Cattle Drive Casserole
This Cattle Drive Casserole is a cheesy and garlicky twist on John Wayne casserole. It's a super easy comfort meal that will keep you feeling full and satisfied.
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John Wayne Beef Casserole
If you are searching for an easy casserole recipe, you are going to love this John Wayne Casserole. It's packed full of savory beef and veggies, with a golden brown biscuit crust. It will sure be a new family favorite.
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Hobo Casserole Recipe
This Hobo Casserole recipe is full of ground beef, potatoes and so much more. It's easy to make so it's perfect for weeknight dinners. It's also big on flavor and budget-friendly too! Perfect for busy families any day of the week!
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Meatloaf Casserole
This Meatloaf Casserole is layered with tender meatloaf, rich mashed potatoes, and finished with gooey cheese and bacon. It's a mouthwatering yet easy recipe.
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Looking for a side? Try our loaded mashed potato casserole.

Pasta and Noodle Casseroles

Pasta and noodles soak up the sauce and cheese in these filling bakes.

Meaty Noodle Casserole
Meaty Noodle Casserole is the best ever ground beef or hamburger casserole with egg noodles, your favorite vegetables, cheese and cream of mushroom soup!
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Meaty Noodle Casserole
Creamy French Onion Ground Beef Casserole with Noodles
This French Onion Ground Beef Casserole is the ultimate comfort food-savory beef, tender noodles, and a creamy sauce baked under a layer of melty cheese and crispy fried onions. An easy, family-friendly weeknight dinner that's hearty, cozy, and guaranteed to disappear fast!
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Meat Lovers Pizza Pasta Casserole
Pizza Pasta Casserole is meat lover's dream come true! Loaded with pepperoni, sausage, ham, and bacon, this casserole is hearty and filling. Follow this pizza pasta casserole recipe and see just how easy it is to make. The whole family will love it!
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Meat Lovers Pizza Pasta Casserole
Pizza Spaghetti Casserole (Fazoli's Copycat)
This delectably meaty, cheesy Pizza Spaghetti Casserole recipe is a copycat Fazoli's pizza-baked spaghetti loaded with your favorite pizza toppings.
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Beef Lombardi
Beef Lombardi Casserole are filled with a wonderful meaty layer, creamy, cheesy pasta layer with some cheese on top! Definitely different!  Always delicious!  
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Taco and Tex-Mex Casseroles

Taco seasoning, rice, chips and hash browns make these casseroles quick to fix and full of Tex-Mex flavor.

Taco Rice Casserole
This Taco Rice Casserole is a simple, family favorite meal that fills everyone up. It's meaty, cheesy, and the rice is super fluffy and flavorful every time.
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Walking Taco Casserole Recipe
This walking taco bake recipe with Fritos is a delightful twist on traditional tacos that offers both convenience and delicious flavors in one easy-to-make dish!! Made with Fritos, seasoned meat, and cheese for a hearty, satisfying dinner the whole family will love!
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Frito Pie Casserole
This recipe for Frito Pie Casserole is super easy to make. Once you cook the filling, it's transferred to the oven and baked to cheesy, crunchy perfection!
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Crock Pot Taco Hashbrown Casserole
This crockpot taco hashbrown casserole is meaty, cheesy and absolutely delicious. It's really easy to make, and the perfect family meal to make and enjoy!
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Veggie-Packed and Comfort Casseroles

Ground beef pairs with zucchini and cabbage in these comforting casseroles that sneak in vegetables.

Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef
This zucchini casserole with ground beef is a cozy, family-friendly dinner made with a cheesy shredded zucchini base, a hearty beef and vegetable layer, tomato sauce, and melty cheese. It's easy to prep, bakes up firm and sliceable, and is a great way to use up fresh zucchini without ending up with a watery casserole.
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Lazy Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Casserole
My mom made cabbage rolls and they were so much work! Now I make this lazy slow cooker cabbage roll casserole! This one-pot meal takes less effort but delivers the same great taste with lots of bacon flavor!
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More budget-friendly dinners are in our affordable casserole recipes. Prefer a classic? Try our meatloaf recipes.

Tips for Better Ground Beef Casseroles

  • Brown the beef well. Cook it until no pink remains, then drain the extra grease so the casserole is not greasy.
  • Season as you go. Salt and pepper the beef while it browns, and add onion or garlic for extra flavor.
  • Add the cheese late. Sprinkle it on near the end of baking so it melts without burning.
  • Let it rest. Give the casserole about 5 to 10 minutes after baking so it sets and slices neatly.

Ground Beef Casserole Recipes FAQs

Can I freeze easy casserole recipes with hamburger?

Many can be frozen. Cool the casserole completely, wrap it well and freeze, then thaw in the refrigerator before reheating. Check the storage notes in each recipe.

Do I need to cook the ground beef first?

In most casseroles, yes. Browning the beef first adds flavor. Follow the directions in each recipe.

Can I make a ground beef casserole ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble it, cover and refrigerate, then bake when you are ready. You may need a few extra minutes in the oven if it goes in cold.

What can I serve with a ground beef casserole?

A simple green salad, steamed vegetables or garlic bread pairs well with most of these casseroles.

What is the best ground beef for casseroles?

80/20 ground beef has good flavor. Leaner beef also works if you add a little more moisture.

How do I reheat leftover casserole?

Cover it and warm it in a 350°F oven until hot in the center, or microwave single portions.

Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef?

Yes, in most recipes. Season it well and add a little extra sauce so the casserole stays moist.

How do I keep a casserole from being watery?

Drain any vegetables well before adding them to the dish. Draining the beef and letting the casserole rest, as noted in the tips above, also helps.

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Try These Ground Beef Casserole Recipes

Whether you want cheeseburger flavor, taco night or a cozy pasta bake, one of these ground beef casseroles will fit tonight's dinner. Pick one, preheat the oven and enjoy.

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