Quick and Easy Skillet Cheeseburger Macaroni
Whip up a comforting, family-friendly dinner in just 35 minutes with this Quick and Easy Skillet Cheeseburger Macaroni! Combining the rich flavors of seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, garlic, and paprika with tender elbow macaroni in a creamy, cheesy sauce, this one-pot recipe delivers the ultimate homemade twist on a classic favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights, it saves you time with minimal prep and cleanup while still packing bold, satisfying flavors that everyone will love. Serve it hot, optionally topped with fresh parsley for a colorful garnish, and enjoy a hearty meal that’s as simple as it is delicious. Tags: quick dinner, one-pot meal, cheeseburger macaroni recipe, family-friendly dinner ideas, easy skillet recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 3.5 cups beef broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up into small pieces with a spatula, until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the paprika, salt, black pepper, and tomato paste. Cook for another minute to combine the flavors.
Add the uncooked elbow macaroni and pour in the beef broth. Stir everything together, bringing the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the skillet with a lid, and let it cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is al dente and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
Remove the skillet from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3271 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 198.7 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 106.2 g | 531% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 663 mg | 221% | |
| Sodium | 7319 mg | 318% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 197.5 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 175.0 g | 350% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1809 mg | 139% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 2633 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
