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Hamburger Green Bean Casserole with Mushrooms

A one-pan wonder that combines savory ground beef, crunchy green beans, and creamy cheese for a comforting and delicious meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 2 cups green beans (trimmed (fresh or thawed frozen))
  • 1 cup diced onion (yellow or white)
  • 1 cup sliced button or baby bella mushrooms
  • 3 tsp minced garlic (fresh)
  • ¼ cup low-sodium beef or chicken broth
  • cup full-fat sour cream
  • 2 Tbsp cream cheese (room temperature)
  • ½ tsp sea salt (or to taste)
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • tsp dried thyme
  • 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese use 1 cup for a lighter version

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook for about 5 minutes, breaking it up as you go until no pink remains. Drain any excess fat, reserving 1 tablespoon in the pan, then set the beef aside.
  2. In the reserved fat, toss in the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Add mushrooms and sauté for another 2 minutes until they start to caramelize.
  3. Stir in green beans, minced garlic, and broth. Cook for 2–3 minutes until beans turn bright green but still crisp-tender.
  4. Lower the heat to medium-low. Stir in cream cheese until smooth, then blend in the sour cream to make a creamy sauce.
  5. Add the cooked beef back to the skillet. Sprinkle in salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Stir gently until everything is well mixed and coated.
  6. Sprinkle Colby Jack cheese evenly over the top.
  7. Option A (broiler): Place under the broiler for 1–2 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  8. Option B (stovetop): Cover and cook on low for 3–4 minutes until cheese melts. Serve hot.

Notes

Serve with crispy garlic bread or a light green salad. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.