Ground Beef Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe
This ground beef grilled cheese sandwich recipe adds a savory twist to the traditional grilled cheese by combining seasoned ground beef with gooey melted cheese between two crispy slices of bread. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a quick snack, these sandwiches are easy to make and bursting with flavor. Customize with your favorite toppings for a tasty, satisfying meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 slices of bread (white, sourdough, or rye)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or American cheese
- 4 tbsp butter (for grilling)
- Optional toppings: pickles, jalapeños, mustard, ketchup
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef with diced onions until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Season the beef with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes, then set aside.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place a slice of bread, buttered side down, in the skillet.
- Add a layer of shredded cheese, a spoonful of the seasoned ground beef, and more cheese.
- Top with another slice of bread, buttered side up.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, pressing down gently, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove from the skillet, cut in half, and serve hot with optional toppings like pickles or ketchup.
Notes
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra spice.
- Swap out cheddar for provolone or mozzarella for a different flavor.
- For a crispier texture, grill the sandwiches over medium-low heat to ensure the bread crisps up without burning while the cheese melts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 600mg
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg