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Easy Ground Beef Casserole With Biscuits

I made the best discovery when creating this weeknight dinner. The easy ground beef biscuit casserole was a smash hit with my family.

A Hearty Casserole For The Whole Family

Ground beef mixture with a cooked biscuit sitting on top. There are some English peas on the side.

The hearty casserole is made with a meat mixture, cheese, and refrigerated biscuit dough baked to golden brown perfection on top. 

And those picky eaters? They will love it and fill up on this delicious meal.

It’s a whole, satisfying meal in casserole form, one that everyone in my family mounded onto their plates. And best of all, it’s simple and quick, making it a recipe you need to add to your weekly menu rotation. 

A hearty beef casserole meal with biscuits on top in a casserole dish.

Your New Favorite Casserole

On busy weeknights, you still have time for a wholesome family meal. I know I’m a mom too, and things can get hectic when you have to shuttle your kids around to activities. 

It’s tempting to just grab fast food, but this casserole is something you can feel good about serving the whole family. It has all those flavors that picky eaters love, and with that biscuit topping, it’s irresistible. 

And honestly, in the time it takes to pick up something processed, you’ll have finished baking up homemade deliciousness with this beef and biscuits casserole.

Ground beef mixture with a cooked biscuit sitting on top. There are some English peas on the side.

The sauciness of the meat with cheese and the flaky biscuits on top really make it one tasty meal.

If you’re looking for new recipes you can make in a pinch, try this ground beef biscuit casserole tonight.

Ground beef casserole on a plate with some English peas and a biscuits.

Ingredients For Ground Beef Casserole With Biscuits

Full printable recipe with measurements and instructions listed at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.

Ground beef casserole with biscuits on a plate with English peas.

How to Make Ground Beef and Biscuits Casserole 

This easy recipe only requires a few simple ingredients. Basically, you’ll brown the meat first and then put everything together in your casserole dish. I have the full details of the recipe below. It’s fail-proof!

You can serve it with green beans, peas, or a nice green salad. And if you’re feeling like making it more of a fiesta, you can turn it into a John Wayne casserole recipe of sorts too. Just cook beef with taco seasoning to make that happen.

I think it’s safe to say that this ground beef biscuits casserole has quickly become a favorite dinner in my house, one that I plan on making again and again. 

And if you want to make it a little healthier, try it with lean ground beef, ground turkey, or ground chicken.

Step-By-Step Instructions

Steps for making ground beef casserole with biscuits.

Grease a 9-inch by 13-inch baking dish and preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

  1. Brown the ground beef on medium heat in a large skillet.
  2. Add the salt, pepper, and garlic. Once brown, drain the grease.
  3. Next, add the soups and mix.
  4. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and mix.
  5. Spread the meat mixture into the baking dish.
  6. Add the biscuits on top of the casserole and bake 12-18 minutes.
Ground beef casserole with biscuits in a casserole dish.

Optional Ingredients

If you want to get some vegetables into the dish or add some other flavors, here are a few ideas:

  • Diced green bell peppers.
  • Onion powder or diced onions.
  • Chili powder for some spice.
  • Cheddar Jack cheese, Mexican cheese, or mild cheddar cheese.
  • BBQ sauce mixed into the meat mixture and make it a cheesy bbq beef dish.
  • Sour cream for a more creamy mixture.
  • Worcestershire Sauce can be added for a bit of a beefier flavor.
Ground beef mixture with a cooked biscuit sitting on top. There are some English peas on the side.

How to Store the Dinner

Store the meal in the refrigerator in an airtight container, or you can put some plastic wrap over the container.

You can heat it up and serve it the next day.

Sides That Go Great With The Casserole

Ground beef mixture with a cooked biscuit sitting on top. There are some English peas on the side.

Easy Ground Beef Casserole With Biscuits

The next time you need a quick dinner on a busy night, or you’re craving absolute comfort food, don’t forget about this casserole recipe.

The casserole will fully satisfy your need for something full of flavor that fills everyone up. Get the recipe below.

Ground beef casserole with biscuits on a plate with English peas.

Easy Ground Beef Casserole With Biscuits

Yield: 6 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Ground beef and biscuits is a hearty meal that the family will love. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious dinner ready in no time.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds of ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper
  • 10.5 ounce can of condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 10.5 ounce can of condensed cream of cheddar cheese soup
  • 1 1/2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 can of Pillsbury Grands! Southern Homestyle Biscuits (8 count)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish.

  1. Brown the ground beef on medium heat in a large skillet.
  2. Add the salt, pepper, and garlic. Once the meat is brown, drain the grease.
  3. Next, add the soups and mix.
  4. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and mix.
  5. Spread the meat mixture into the greased baking dish.
  6. Add the biscuits on top of the casserole and bake 12-18 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown.

Notes

Add some additional vegetables to the dish, such as green bell peppers or mixed vegetables.

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 577Total Fat: 36gSaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 2gUnsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 153mgSodium: 1162mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 45g

Nutrition is approximate.

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