Description
If the sound of a juicy cheeseburger layered into a bubbling pasta bake makes your stomach growl, this Easy Cheeseburger Pasta Dinner Casserole is calling your name. It’s rich, cheesy, beefy, and packed with that classic cheeseburger flavor we all know and love—just in a more comforting, cozy form. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this casserole delivers nostalgic vibes with every bite.
Ingredients
1 pound rotini pasta
1 pound ground beef
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup beef broth
1/3 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook rotini pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until beef is browned and onion is softened.
3. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add tomato paste, ketchup, mustard, and beef broth. Simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with the beef mixture. Stir in half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
8. Transfer to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
9. Top with remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
10. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
Make sure to cook the pasta al dente, as it will continue to cook in the oven.
Swap ground beef for turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
For extra flavor, top with crispy bacon or pickles before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: cheeseburger pasta, dinner casserole, easy pasta bake, ground beef pasta, weeknight comfort food