bacon cheesburger skillet

Quinwood, WV
Updated on Nov 4, 2025

In trying to teach my daughter that you can make your own Hamburger Helper without the box, I came up with this dish. It is now a regular on our menu and we love it.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

This bacon cheeseburger skillet is a homemade Hamburger Helper, but so much better. It's filled with hearty ground beef, smoky bacon, and onion. Rotel adds a little kick of flavor. Stirring in shredded cheddar cheese adds creaminess to the skillet meal. A great budget-friendly dinner idea that your entire family will love.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chiles
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

How To Make bacon cheesburger skillet

  • Boil pasta.
    Step 1
    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the macaroni until tender. Drain and set aside.
  • Saute bacon until crisp.
    Step 2
    In a large skillet, sauté the bacon over medium-high heat until it begins to look crisp.
  • Add ground beef and onion.
    Step 3
    Add the ground beef and cook until the ground beef is done. Drain the grease. Add the onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is tender.
  • Add in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and spices.
    Step 4
    Add in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and spices. Stir to combine well.
  • Gradually add cooked macaroni.
    Step 5
    Gradually add in the cooked macaroni and stir to combine.
  • Stir in cheddar cheese.
    Step 6
    Stir in the shredded cheese until it melts and is well combined.

Nutrition Facts

(per serving*)
calories: 389 kcal, carbohydrates: 20 g, cholesterol: 73 mg, fat: 25 g, fiber: 2 g, protein: 21 g, saturated fat: 10 g, sodium: 592 mg, sugar: 4 g, unsaturated fat: 14 g
*Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrition information is estimated.

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Category: Beef
Category: Burgers
Category: Casseroles
Collection: Comfort Classics
Keyword: #skillet
Keyword: #hamburger
Keyword: #Casserole
Keyword: #bacon
Keyword: #beef
Ingredient: Beef
Culture: Southern
Method: Stove Top

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