Cheesy noodles coated in a creamy sauce and topped with ground beef and crispy breadcrumbs, this hamburger casserole is the very definition of family-friendly. With veggies, whole grains, and healthy twists, it’s a nutritious option too!
Why You’ll Love This Cheesy Ground Beef Casserole Recipe
- It’s perfect for busy weeknights. I made this hearty hamburger casserole on my Homemade Hamburger Helper, one of our favorite recipes for busy weeknights. This hamburger casserole is easy to put together, uses only a few ingredients, and the leftovers are absolutely delicious.
- Everyone at your table will love it. If you’re looking for a healthy dinner to add to your greatest hits list—this hearty hamburger casserole (as it is ground beef and potatoes) is it. Kids, adults, and even picky toddlers think it’s all the rage!
- It is healthy comfort food. This simple hamburger casserole with noodles is comforting. It also contains a surprising amount of vegetables, whole grains, and Greek yogurt, and is 100% homemade (no canned soup). Forget hamburger casserole with cream cheese and sour cream, this recipe is as healthy as it is satisfying (my Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff and Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff use similar tactics).
Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 45 mins Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6 Yield: 1 (9×13-inch) casserole
How to Make This Hamburger Casserole Recipe
The Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon white sugar, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 (8 ounce) package egg noodles
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 large white onion, finely diced
- ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, or more to taste
Directions
- Cook the Pasta. Drain and drizzle with oil.
- Sauté the Vegetables. Use a large skillet.
- Cook. Stir in the garlic, hot sauce, and spices.
- Sauté the Ground Beef. Drain if needed.
- Add the Tomato Sauce. Let the ground beef mixture simmer.
- Stir in the Noodles, Yogurt, and Cheese. Almost there!
- Bake. Sprinkle cheese, panko, and green onions on top. Bake hamburger casserole for 15 minutes at 350 degrees F.
- Broil. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes. Let rest for a few minutes, add more green onions, and ENJOY!
Storage Tips
- To Freeze. Freeze leftovers in an airtight, freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- To Store. Refrigerate the casserole in an airtight storage container. Hamburger casserole is good for 3 days.
- To Reheat. Rewarm leftovers in a baking dish in the oven at 350 degrees F or reheat gently in the microwave.
What to Serve with Hamburger Casserole
- Salad. Serve cheeseburger casserole with arugula salad, creamy cucumber salad, or green goddess salad.
- Vegetables. This casserole would pair well with a Sauteed Zucchini Recipe, Sauteed Broccoli, or Roasted Mushrooms.
- Bread. You can’t go wrong when it comes to bread! Cornbread muffins and drop biscuits are great choices.
- Fun appetizers. A crowd-pleasing appetizer would be a delicious addition to this easy hamburger casserole recipe. Try Mozzarella Sticks, Tater Tots, or Air Fryer Pickles.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 507 | Calories |
| 33g | Fat |
| 23g | Carbs |
| 31g | Protein |