Weeknight Beef Skillet Casserole
Quick, comforting, and packed with flavor, this Weeknight Beef Skillet Casserole is your go-to one-pan dinner for busy evenings. Made with hearty ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and a rich tomato-based sauce seasoned with garlic, oregano, and basil, this dish delivers classic comfort food vibes in just 40 minutes. Topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and a sprinkling of fresh parsley, it’s a family-friendly favorite that's easy to whip up with pantry staples. Best of all, everything cooks in a single skillet, meaning minimal cleanup and maximum convenience. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this casserole is a delicious way to bring everyone to the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-6 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add the uncooked elbow macaroni to the skillet. Stir well to ensure the pasta is submerged in the liquid. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
Reduce the heat to low and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole. Cover the skillet again and let the cheese melt, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your Weeknight Beef Skillet Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
729 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.8 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.7 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 953 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.7 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 39.1 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 387 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 643 mg | 14% | |
*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.
