Healthy Homemade Cheeseburger Meal with Hamburger Helper
A hearty, customizable stovetop meal combining lean ground beef, Hamburger Helper cheese blend, and veggies for a quick, satisfying dinner. Perfect for busy weeknights or family meals.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 35
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) 93% lean ground beef
1 (14.75-oz) box Hamburger Helper™ classic cheese blend
1½ cups (150g) frozen mixed vegetables (corn, peas, carrots)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 bell pepper, diced (optional)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Prep ingredients: Dice onion, bell pepper (if using), and measure Hamburger Helper packet.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook ground beef until browned, draining excess fat.
Add onion and bell pepper; sauté 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in Hamburger Helper mix and frozen vegetables. Cook 2 minutes.
Pour in cheese packet. Cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly until thickened.
Season with salt and pepper. Add 2–3 tbsp water/milk if desired for looseness.
Notes
Add black beans (drained/rinsed) for protein/fiber.
Substitute cheese packet with 1/3 cup nutritional yeast + 1 tbsp tomato paste for vegan version.
Optional: Pair with side salad or whole-grain rolls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg