Easy Ground Meat Recipes, Perfected: 34 Delicious Dinners

Having ground meat in the fridge opens up so many delicious meal options. Say goodbye to boring dinners, because ground meat allows for almost unlimited possibilities. It doesn’t matter if you choose ground beef, pork, veal, lamb, chicken, or something else, or even a combo. Plenty of dishes are well worth making, like tacos, meatballs, and much more. Enjoy this collection of mouthwatering ground meat recipes!

Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Taco stuffed zucchini boats offer a little of everything – nutrition, meat, veggies, a pop of Mexican seasoning, and of course a tasty meal!
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Meatball Marinara Subs

Savor the juicy homemade meatballs, tangy marinara sauce, and fluffy brioche buns in Italian meatball marinara subs – a satisfying comfort food that’s perfect for lunch or busy weeknights. These sandwiches are far tastier than the fast-food version and are sure to please anyone, regardless of their Italian heritage.
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Beanless Chili

This beanless chili is rich, meaty and really full of flavor. You don’t need beans to make a wonderful chili and this recipe is a winner!
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One Pot Taco Macaroni and Cheese

Try this taco macaroni and cheese, which combines the best of both worlds with Mexican and Italian flavors in every bite. With a cooking time of just 30 minutes in a single Dutch oven, this dish is perfect for those cooler months when you’re in the mood for something hearty and warming.
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Yummy Pork Egg Roll in a Bowl – 15 Minute Meal

Pork egg roll in a bowl is a low-carb alternative to traditional egg rolls. This is an easy recipe with ground pork, veggies and other flavours which is sure to satisfy a craving for Asian food. I love this easy one pan meal. If you want something quick and simple for a busy weeknight dinner, consider this 15 minute meal!
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American Chop Suey (American Goulash)

American chop suey is a delicious dish that’s popular in the New England region. Also known as American goulash, this dish is meaty and tasty.
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Mexican 5 Layer Bean Dip with Ground Beef

This taco dip recipe with ground beef boasts a bean layer, beef layer, tequila lime sour cream layer, pico de gallo layer, and cheese layer. This full-flavoured Mexican layered dip pairs perfectly with your favourite corn chips.
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Air Fryer Beef Taquitos

This is the best air fryer recipe for taquitos and you don’t need any hard to get ingredients either. Whether it’s ‘taco Tuesday’ or not, switch things up by making this easy taquito recipe instead of tacos.
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Tasty BBQ Smoked Meatloaf with Glaze

Meatloaf needs no introduction but BBQ smoked meatloaf is something you should know about! Seriously, this is an incredible smoker ground beef recipe you can make on a pellet grill or Traeger. The rich, meaty flavour and garlicky tomato meatloaf glaze will make you think you died and went to heaven.
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Crunchy Beef Tortilla Folded Wrap – Tik Tok Recipe

Discover how to fold a tortilla for this special Tik Tok wrap hack. It’s one of the most delicious recipes you can make with ground beef and a tortilla wrap. Use a large flour tortilla if you’re ravenously hungry or smaller tortillas if you prefer. This is a genius way to enclose ground meat, shredded cheese, fresh tomatoes and more in wraps.
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One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta

This easy taco pasta is wonderful for dinner and it’s one of the best skill pasta dinner ideas I’ve found. Beef, onion and garlic are dominating flavours in this creamy taco pasta with macaroni noodles.
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Air Fryer Unsloppy Joes Biscuit Pockets

This air fryer version of manwich biscuits seals the tasty beef mixture inside a biscuit for a delicious meal. Manwich biscuits are the readymade sloppy joe sauce and you just need to cook them while these Pillsbury biscuit sloppy joes are homemade. It is just like a hearty hot pocket that the whole family will love!
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Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Kale Skillet

Turkey pairs with sweet potatoes, garlic, shallot, lime, cheese, and more, for this super-simple turkey skillet dinner. You only need one pan to make it, which also means less washing up for you afterwards. So however you look at it, this yummy low carb meal is a real winner!
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Pesto Fettuccini with Bolognese Sauce

Indulge in a delicious homemade Italian pasta dinner with pesto fettuccini and Bolognese sauce, bursting with fresh veggies in every bite. This hearty dish, featuring a homemade beef Bolognese meat sauce and fettuccine pasta, will satisfy your cravings for a flavorful Italian meal.
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Cheeseburger Hot Pockets

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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Italian Wedding Soup

Enjoy a filling and tasty Italian wedding soup made from scratch with chicken meatballs and acini de pepe pasta. This traditional Italian soup is hearty and fresh, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Turkey Pumpkin Chili

This healthy chili recipe is going to be a fall favorite. It uses pumpkin and ground turkey for a healthy version of a classic soup.Top with avocado slices or sour cream if you like.
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Meatball Sub Casserole

All of the best parts of meatball subs are packed into a casserole form. Use ground chicken for a healthy and tasty option that pairs perfectly with tomato sauce and plenty of cheese.
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Copycat Ikea Swedish Meatballs Recipe

A good Swedish meatball recipe with a creamy gravy means you can avoid the Ikea crowds and make them yourself at home. And you can put these together without a complicated diagram or having two screws left over at the end!
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Taco Pinwheels

When you’re tired of the same old taco Tuesday, give these taco pinwheels a try! They are unique, amazing, and perfect for dipping. These will become one of your favorite appetizer recipes!
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Baked Beans with Ground Beef

Prepare a crowd-pleasing BBQ side dish with this flavorful recipe for baked beans with ground beef. Infused with delicious spices and enhanced by the addition of ground beef, these southern-style baked beans are a hit at any gathering, earning you requests for the recipe.
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Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes

Use ground turkey to make a classic dinner option like sloppy joes even healthier. These are fast, filling and destined to be a family favorite. A delicious way to use a pack of ground meat!
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Slow Cooker Beef Ramen Noodles

This slow cooker beef ramen noodles is sure to be a huge hit at your dinner table! Its so easy to beef up plain ramen noodles to create a sensational meal, tossed in a mouthwatering sauce that even the kids will love!
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Old Fashioned Salisbury Steak

This easy salisbury steak recipe is a classic comfort food that the whole family will love! Juicy steak patties in a savory mushroom gravy with sliced onions and fresh parsley make this the perfect weeknight meal.
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Balsamic Meatballs with Rice Noodles

Slow cooker balsamic meatballs with rice noodles is a recipe that requires very little prep and results in a delicious meal that’s super easy to make. The broth is a bit tangy and savory from the balsamic vinegar and the meatballs are seasoned to perfection.
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Mexican Spaghetti

This easy Mexican spaghetti is a delicious one-pot meal of noodles cooked in a tomato sauce with beef, poblano peppers, and shredded cheese. It’s a fun way to put a spin on traditional spaghetti by adding Mexican flavors.
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Crock Pot Hot Dog Chili

Perfect for a lazy weekend cookout or a quick weeknight meal, this savory and slightly sweet Crock Pot hot dog chili is made with ground beef, tomato sauce, ketchup, mustard, and a blend of simple spices. Set it and forget it in the slow cooker, leaving you with plenty of time to relax and enjoy the delicious aroma as it simmers to perfection!
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Easy Skillet Lasagna

Do you have a hankering for comforting classic lasagna but don’t want all the fuss? Then this easy skillet lasagna recipe is for you. In a mere 30 minutes, you can have comforting cheese lasagna for you and your family. A great weeknight meal!
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Red Wine Beef and Bison Cottage Pie

This red wine beef and bison cottage pie recipe is a company-worthy comfort food dish that is perfect for a Sunday dinner when the family gathers. Puffy butter and cheese topped whipped potatoes are over a delicious savory minced meat and vegetable filling, making this memorable meal.
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Beef Taco Salad Bowls

Making homemade taco salad bowls is so easy and they’re perfect for holding this family-favorite taco salad including seasoned ground beef, black beans, cheese and more! Everything is topped with a creamy lime-cilantro dressing that’ll have everyone finishing their salad!
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Cheesy Beef Tortellini

Cheesy Beef Tortellini is an easy meal that brings comfort food to the table using ground beef, cheese tortellini, and creamy marinara sauce!
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Cowboy Stew

All the cowboys, cowgirls, and meat lovers are going to love this easy stew recipe with ground beef, bacon, and sausage! There are also beans, potatoes, and corn simmered in a flavorful chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin broth. Ready in 45 minutes, this is pure hearty comfort food that the whole family will enjoy!
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Homemade Hamburger Helper

Skip the box mix and get the iconic dinner time flavor on the table at no time. Homemade hamburger helper is fast, filling and loaded with beefy, cheesy flavor.
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