Cheeseburger Pasta Skillet Recipe

A creamy and cheesy one-pot Cheeseburger Pasta Skillet with ground beef, pasta, and cheddar cheese. Ready in 30 minutes, this comfort food dinner brings together the flavors of a cheeseburger in pasta form.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Rest Time: 5

Total Time: 35

Servings: servings

Calories: 480kcal

Cost: $12

Equipment

1 Large 12-inch skillet with lid Deep enough for pasta and liquid
1 Wooden spoon or spatula Flat edge is ideal for scraping
1 Sharp Chef’s Knife For dicing onions & mincing garlic
1 Cheese grater Freshly shredded cheese melts better
1 set Measuring cups & spoons For liquid & seasoning accuracy
1 Colander Optional, only if draining beef fat

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef (80/20) Can substitute turkey or chicken
8 ounces pasta (elbow, rotini, or shells) Short pasta holds sauce best
2 cups beef broth Low-sodium preferred
1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce Base of sauce
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Freshly grated melts smoother
1 medium onion, diced Yellow or white
3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh preferred
2 tablespoon ketchup Adds sweetness
1 tablespoon mustard (yellow or Dijon) Adds tang
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Umami boost
salt & black pepper To taste
1 tablespoon olive oil If beef is lean

Optional Add-ins

bacon bits For bacon cheeseburger pasta
dill pickle slices Chopped, stirred at end
diced tomatoes Fresh or canned
Velveeta For extra creaminess

Instructions

Heat skillet over medium heat. Add beef (and olive oil if needed) and brown until cooked through.
Add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant and translucent.
Stir in beef broth and tomato sauce, scraping any browned bits from bottom.
Add ketchup, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well to combine.
Add uncooked pasta. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally.
Cook until pasta is tender and sauce thickens (about 10–12 minutes).
Remove from heat and stir in half the shredded cheese until melted.
Top with remaining cheese, cover with lid, and let rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with optional toppings like bacon bits, pickles, or diced tomatoes. Serve warm.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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