Imagine tender spaghetti, savory ground beef, garlic-tomato sauce, and melty cheese—all cooked in one skillet with zero boiling water, zero extra dishes, and zero stress.
This Cheesy Ground Beef Spaghetti Skillet is the ultimate weeknight warrior: hearty, creamy, and deeply satisfying, ready in under 30 minutes with one pot and pantry staples. It’s like hamburger helper’s gourmet cousin—but made with real ingredients, real flavor, and real love.
Let’s turn spaghetti night into a no-fuss celebration.
Why You’ll Love This Skillet
- ✅ One skillet, one meal—minimal cleanup
- ✅ Ready in 30 minutes—faster than delivery!
- ✅ Uses affordable ingredients—no fancy groceries
- ✅ Naturally nut-free (check broth label)
- ✅ Kid-approved and perfect for busy families
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 8 oz spaghetti, broken into 2-inch pieces
- 1 lb ground beef (85/15 for best flavor)
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce (or 3 cups homemade)
- 2 cups beef broth (or water + 1 tbsp bouillon)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
🍝 Pasta tip: Use spaghetti, linguine, or even penne—just break it to fit your skillet!
Step-by-Step Instructions
