Skillet Casserole

Turn your weeknight dinner routine into a celebration of comfort with this one-pan Skillet Casserole! Packed with flavorful ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and a rich blend of diced tomatoes and tomato sauce, this hearty dish is a family favorite that’s ready in just 40 minutes. Seasoned to perfection with Italian spices, garlic, and onion, and topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese, this recipe brings all the crave-worthy casserole flavors—with the convenience of cooking in a single skillet. Perfectly satisfying and easy to clean up, this cheesy skillet casserole is ideal for busy nights and guaranteed to become a regular on your dinner table. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve warm for a fuss-free meal everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease if necessary.

Step 5

Season the beef mixture with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Add the uncooked elbow macaroni to the skillet and stir to coat in the beef mixture.

Step 7

Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato sauce, and chicken broth. Stir everything together.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid.

Step 9

Let the casserole simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.

Step 10

Once the pasta is cooked, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 11

Cover the skillet again and let the cheese melt for 2-3 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the skillet from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 13

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2111.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3101.3

Total Fat 180.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 507.6mg	0%
Sodium 4784.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.3g	0%
Total Sugars 29.2g
Protein 168.9g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 1498.7mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 2776.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.6%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 26.9%