Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta Skillet Recipe
This cheesy ground beef pasta skillet recipe is a savory one-pan meal with rich flavors. Featuring ground beef, pasta, cheddar cheese, and Italian seasoning, this recipe creates a comforting, hearty dish perfect for weeknights. Quick and easy to prepare!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups dry pasta (penne, elbow, or rotini)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: Fresh parsley, red pepper flakes, additional cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced onions and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef, cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add dry pasta and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook until pasta is tender, about 10-12 minutes.
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
- Garnish with optional toppings, and serve hot.
Notes
- Customize with your favorite pasta shapes or cheese varieties.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg