Weeknights can be hectic and the last thing you want to worry about is a home cooked meal! This Cheeseburger Macaroni Recipe is a one pot dish that is quicker than drive through and infinitely more delicious!
If your family loves mac ‘n cheese they will love this homemade pasta dish. Rich and creamy, it is sure to be a hit and everyone will be going back for seconds!
Kids love this dish and ask for it all the time!
You’ll love that you aren’t going to dirty up a bunch of pots and pans to make this quick dinner.
How do you make Hamburger Helper Cheeseburger Macaroni from scratch?
Do you remember Hamburger Helper? I liked the convenience of the box version, but the flavor was lacking. This homemade hamburger helper!
This recipe is an IMPROVED copycat recipe that is still ready for the table in about 30 minutes, with very little prep time.
The Instant Pot really helps to make this fast and it is all done in one pot! No need to pre-cook your pasta.
What can I serve with Cheeseburger Macaroni?
Really any vegetable will pair nicely with this simple dish, but here are some of our family favorites:
- Green Beans
- Brussels Sprouts
- Garden Salad
- Roasted or Steamed Broccoli
Must Have Ingredients for Copycat Cheeseburger Macaroni
A complete printable recipe is available at the bottom of this post.
- Ground Beef (you can substitute Ground Turkey)
- Pepper
- Salt
- Garlic Powder (How to Make Your Own Garlic Powder)
- Elbow Noodles (Macaroni Noodles)
- Beef Broth
- Velveeta Cheese
- Shredded Cheese (Cheddar Cheese or Colby Jack are great)
Equipment Need this One Pot Recipe
Steps to Making Instant Pot Mac and Cheese with Beef
Gather your ingredients together with your Instant Pot.
Set Instant Pot to sauté and brown the ground beef.
Add spices.
Pour beef broth in and add pasta.
Seal the lid and pressure valve close.
Set to pressure cook on high for 6 minutes. Be careful to keep an on on the timing so you don’t overcook!
Manually release pressure valve and open lid.
Stir in cheeses.
Serve with your favorite vegetable or salad.
Try a dollop of sour cream on top for an extra rich and yummy flavor.
Variations Cheeseburger Macaroni Recipe
- Use Ground Turkey or Ground Chicken Instead of Beef
- Use Chicken or Turkey Broth Instead of Beef Broth
- Try Different Shredded Cheese like a Pepper Jack for a bit of spice
- Add diced green chilis and onions to the ground beef for a Southwest flair.
- Try a rotini pasta or shell pasta
More Instant Pot Recipes
- Instant Pot Chili Recipe
- Beef Barbacoa Instant Pot Recipe
- Instant Pot Oatmeal
- Instant Pot Pulled Pork
- Banana Bread Recipe for Your Instant Pot
- Instant Pot Pinto Beans Recipe
- Instant Pot Strawberry Jam Recipe
- Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli
I hope you love this recipe as much as we do.
Cheeseburger Macaroni in the Instant Pot
Ingredients
- 1 lbs Ground Beef
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tbsp Garlic Powder
- 16 oz Elbow Macaroni
- 5 cups Beef Broth
- 16 oz Velveeta Cheese Block
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese
Instructions
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Gather your ingredients together with your Instant Pot.
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Set Instant Pot to sauté and brown the ground beef.
Add spices
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Pour beef broth in and add pasta.
Seal the lid and pressure valve close.
Set to pressure cook on high for 6 minutes. Be careful to keep an on on the timing so you don’t overcook!
Manually release pressure valve and open lid.
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Stir in cheeses.
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Serve with your favorite vegetable or salad.
Try a dollop of sour cream on top for an extra rich and yummy flavor.
Recipe Notes
VARIATIONS CHEESEBURGER MACARONI RECIPE
- Use Ground Turkey or Ground Chicken Instead of Beef
- Use Chicken or Turkey Broth Instead of Beef
- Try Different Shredded Cheese like a Pepper Jack for a bit of spice
- Add diced green chilis and onions to the ground beef for a Southwest flair.
