Easy Ground Meat Recipes · Seasonal Cravings (2024)

We get it – weeknights can feel like a whirlwind, and the last thing you need is a complicated dinner recipe. That's why we've got your back with a collection of easy and downright delicious ground meat recipes that'll make your evenings a breeze. Whether you're a culinary pro or just trying to get a decent meal on the table, these recipes are your secret weapon. From quick stir-fries to hearty pasta dishes, we're here to prove that simplicity and flavor can go hand in hand. So, grab that pound of ground meat from the fridge, fire up the stove, and let's turn those hectic weeknights into a feast without the fuss!

Instant Pot Taco Soup

This Instant Pot Taco Soup will warm your bones. It's full of beans, corn, and fire-roasted tomatoes. It's made quickly with pantry staples.
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Kung Pao Chicken

Bursting with flavor and beyond easy to make, this Gluten-Free Kung Pao Chicken is a healthier twist on your favorite take-out dish. The perfect combination of salty and sweet, this savory recipe is sure to become your new weeknight staple.
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Beef and Quinoa Bowl

This Indonesian Beef and Quinoa Bowl will warm you up right away. The beef is simmered in coconut milk with curry and cinnamon, so it's full of flavor.
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Instant Pot Turkey Quinoa Chili

Break out the Instant Pot for this wholesome, comforting Turkey Quinoa Chili. It's packed with turkey, beans, quinoa, and spices that will warm you up on a cold night.
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Thai Basil Chicken Lettuce Wraps

These Thai Basil Chicken Lettuce Wraps are loaded with Thai spices and flavors. Top them with all the goodies, and you've got yourself a healthy dinner the family will love in under 30 minutes.
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Cabbage Roll Casserole

This easy cabbage roll casserole recipe has all the flavors of traditional cabbage rolls without the fuss of rolling them. A hearty casserole made with simple ingredients of rice, tender cabbage, juicy, seasoned ground beef, and tomatoes, with plenty of melty cheese on top!
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Cabbage Roll Soup

This cabbage roll soup has the same flavors as classic baked cabbage rolls, but with less work! Unstuffed cabbage soup is hearty and filling.
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Easy Mexican Picadillo

Delicious and simple, this Mexican Picadillo recipe is made with minimal, inexpensive ingredients. Serve your homemade beef picadillo with flour tortillas and rice for a filling and hearty meal that your whole family will enjoy.
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Easy Old-Fashioned Goulash

If you're looking for an easy-to-make, delicious comfort food recipe, you will love American Goulash. Perfectly cooked ground beef cooked in a deliciously spiced tomato sauce, with tender pasta, and topped with Cheddar cheese.
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Easy Pizza Casserole With Pasta

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Pizza Casserole is a delightful fusion of two beloved classics that will take your taste buds on a joyous journey! With our Pizza Casserole with Pasta, every meal is a celebration, and every bite is a taste of happiness!
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Easy Sheperd's Pie

Our easy Shepherd's Pie is comfort food at its finest, perfect for feeding the whole family.
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Ground Beef Stroganoff

If you're looking for a yummy dinner that doesn't skimp on flavor or require much time or effort, this flavorful Ground Beef Stroganoff is just what you need! Tender ground beef, sautéed onions, and mushrooms simmer in a deliciously rich, creamy 3-ingredient sauce.
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Ground Beef Taco Meat

Easy, delicious, and perfect for all your taco needs, this mouthwatering 20-minute Ground Beef Taco Meat is made with lean ground beef and tomato sauce and seasoned with homemade taco seasoning.
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Ground Beef, Potato, And Green Bean Casserole

This ground beef, potato, and green bean casserole are full of the savory, comforting flavors we all love without any store-bought, canned cream soups. That's right! You can cozy up to a satisfying one-pan dinner knowing exactly what you put in it.
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Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Kale Skillet

This ground turkey sweet potato kale skillet is a quick and easy one-pot meal. It's a 30-minute recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Hamburger Soup

Juicy ground beef and a medley of fresh veggies are perfectly seasoned and simmer in a flavorful tomato beef broth and then combined with pasta shells.
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Cheese Stuffed Meatballs

Cheese Stuffed Meatballs combine seasoned meat stuffed with a melty cheese center. Perfect for pasta dishes, sandwiches, or appetizer platters.
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Chocolate Chili

This Chocolate Chili Recipe—full-bodied, rich, and utterly scrumptious—will transform your everyday dinner into a five-star meal. This one-pot recipe builds layers of complex flavors, like warm cumin, deep cocoa powder, and spicy jalapenos. Get the Chocolate Chili recipe here.

Thai Turkey Lettuce Wraps

Thai Turkey Lettuce Wraps are easy to make and a true crowd-pleaser. They're made with healthy ground turkey, pantry-staple Asian flavors, and drizzled with a creamy ginger tahini sauce. Get the Thai Turkey Lettuce Wraps recipe here.

Chili Cheese Fries

These chili cheese fries are crispy french fries topped with homemade beef chili and cheese cheese, then baked to melted perfection.
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Cincinnati Chili Recipe

This Cincinnati chili recipe features a hearty meat sauce that is flavored with tomatoes and spices and then simmered to perfection.
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Healthy Taco Salad w/ Ground Turkey

Spicy, sour, creamy, savory. And loaded with nutrition! This Easy Healthy Taco Salad w/ Ground Turkey is super simple to make and oh so delicious!Get the Healthy Taco Salad w/ Ground Turkey recipe here.

Ground Turkey Stir Fry

This easy and healthy ground turkey stir-fry is coming in hot and just in time for all of you who need dinner in under 30 minutes! It's made with fresh bell peppers, scallions, hoisin, and ginger. Get the Ground Turkey Stir Fry recipe here.

Low Carb Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet

One pan Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet with tomatoes and pesto is a delicious 30-minute low-carb recipe that will become your family’s favorite! Minimum ingredients and effort with maximum flavor. Get the Low Carb Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet recipe here.

Crunchy Beef Tortilla Folded Wrap

You will love these delicious and easy TikTok-inspired folded tortillas filled with savory ground beef and cheese and topped with your favorite toppings. Perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner, these crunchy tortilla wraps will be a new family favorite.
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Dirty Rice and Sausage

Dirty Rice with Sausage is a one-pot wonder that'll satisfy even the hungriest of crowds.
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Easy Air Fryer Beef Taquitos

These air fryer beef taquitos make a simple Mexican dinner that everyone loves. If you are looking for an easy taquito recipe, this is it!
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Cheeseburger Hot Pockets With French Fry Topping

Cheeseburger hot pockets make fabulous comfort food! These cheeseburger hand pies with French fry topping aren't hard to make, and they boast so much flavor plus a charming homemade look.
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Ground Turkey Shepherd’s Pie

This recipe is savory, yet healthy comfort food that will give you all the cozy vibes. The rich-tasting turkey vegetable filling is baked with irresistible creamy mashed potatoes on top until they are golden and delicious.Get the Ground Turkey Shepherd’s Pie recipe here.

Buffalo Turkey Cauliflower Skillet

This 4-ingredient buffalo turkey cauliflower skillet makes a quick and easy, healthy dinner and doubles as a great meal-prep option for the week! Get the Buffalo Turkey Cauliflower Skillet recipe here.

Healthy Taco Salad w/ Ground Turkey

Spicy, sour, creamy, savory. And loaded with nutrition! This Easy Healthy Taco Salad w/ Ground Turkey is super simple to make and oh so delicious!Get the Healthy Taco Salad w/ Ground Turkey recipe here.

Ground Turkey Stir Fry

This easy and healthy ground turkey stir-fry is coming in hot and just in time for all of you who need dinner in under 30 minutes! It's made with fresh bell peppers, scallions, hoisin, and ginger. Get the Ground Turkey Stir Fry recipe here.

Low Carb Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet

One pan Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet with tomatoes and pesto is a delicious 30-minute low-carb recipe that will become your family’s favorite! Minimum ingredients and effort with maximum flavor. Get the Low Carb Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet recipe here.