Easy Cheeseburger Macaroni Skillet in 30 Minutes
If you’re searching for a quick, comforting meal that brings the family together, look no further than this Easy Cheeseburger Macaroni Skillet. This satisfying dish combines tender macaroni pasta with savory ground beef in a creamy cheese sauce, all cooked in just 30 minutes. It’s perfect for those busy weeknights when you crave something hearty without spending hours in the kitchen. Plus, its customizable nature means everyone can enjoy their ideal bowl of cheeseburger goodness!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz macaroni pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1/4 cup chopped pickles
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until fully browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over the meat and stir to combine.
- Pour in beef broth and milk; add the macaroni pasta. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 10-12 minutes or until pasta is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.
- Lower heat, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top, stir until melted and creamy. Adjust consistency with more milk if needed.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, ketchup, mustard, or pickles as desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 498
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 745mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg