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Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole is an easy dish loaded with ground beef, diced onions, pickles, ketchup, mustard, sesame seeds, cheddar cheese and hamburger buns.

Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole is an easy dish loaded with ground beef, diced onions, pickles, ketchup, mustard, sesame seeds, cheddar cheese and hamburger buns.



Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole is a tasty and fun casserole the whole family will love.

Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole is an easy dish loaded with ground beef, diced onions, pickles, ketchup, mustard, sesame seeds, cheddar cheese and hamburger buns.

This hearty ground beef casserole has all the flavours of a classic cheeseburger.

Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole is an easy dish loaded with ground beef, diced onions, pickles, ketchup, mustard, sesame seeds, cheddar cheese and hamburger buns.

This casserole recipe takes just under an hour from start to finish and serves up to eight people.

Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole is an easy dish loaded with ground beef, diced onions, pickles, ketchup, mustard, sesame seeds, cheddar cheese and hamburger buns.

Ingredients You’ll Need for Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole

  • 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 1 cup diced pickles (sweet or dill according to your preference)
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 8 hamburger buns
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Topping

  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

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 Step by Step Instructions for Making Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole 

To make this casserole, I started by dicing some onions and pickles.

chopped cheeseburger casserole ingredients

 STEP 1: 

I dropped some lean ground beef into a large skillet over medium-high heat.

I crumbled the ground beef well as it cooked.

 STEP 2: 

Once the ground beef was fully cooked, I drained the grease from the skillet.

using paper towel to drain the grease from cooked ground beef in a skillet

 STEP 3: 

I added the diced onions to the skillet.

I stirred well and continued cooking until the onions were translucent.

 STEP 4: 

I added some diced pickles to the skillet.

I also added some Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.

 STEP 5: 

I stirred all of the ingredients together well and reduced the heat to low.

ground beef burger mixture in a skillet

 STEP 6: 

I placed the bottoms of 8 hamburger buns on a cutting board.

I cut each of the buns into 9 squares.

chopped bottom hamburger buns on a cutting board

 STEP 7: 

I sprayed a 9 x 13 inch baking dish well with cooking spray.

I placed the bottom bun pieces into the greased baking dish and spread them out evenly.

I poured some melted butter evenly over the bun pieces.

 STEP 8: 

I placed the baking dish in the oven and toasted the bun pieces for about 8 minutes.

Once the buns were lightly toasted I removed the dish from the oven.

 STEP 9: 

I spooned the ground beef mixture over the buns in the baking dish and spread it out evenly.

I sprinkled some shredded cheddar cheese over the ground beef mixture.

 STEP 10: 

I placed the tops of the hamburger buns over the cheese.

I brushed the tops of the buns with melted butter.

 STEP 11: 

I sprinkled sesame seeds over the buttered buns.

I covered the dish loosely with foil.

 STEP 12: 

I placed the baking dish in the oven and baked the casserole, covered, for 20 minutes.

After 20 minutes I removed the foil and left the casserole to continue baking, uncovered, for about 5 minutes.

I removed the dish from the oven and allowed the casserole to rest for a couple minutes.

Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole is an easy dish loaded with ground beef, diced onions, pickles, ketchup, mustard, sesame seeds, cheddar cheese and hamburger buns.

Then the cheesy chopped hamburger casserole was ready to slice and serve.

Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole is an easy dish loaded with ground beef, diced onions, pickles, ketchup, mustard, sesame seeds, cheddar cheese and hamburger buns.

This delightful casserole is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.

Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole is an easy dish loaded with ground beef, diced onions, pickles, ketchup, mustard, sesame seeds, cheddar cheese and hamburger buns.

The cheesy ground beef filling and buttery toasted buns are the perfect combination.

Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole is an easy dish loaded with ground beef, diced onions, pickles, ketchup, mustard, sesame seeds, cheddar cheese and hamburger buns.

This easy ground beef casserole recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.

Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole is an easy dish loaded with ground beef, diced onions, pickles, ketchup, mustard, sesame seeds, cheddar cheese and hamburger buns.

If you are looking for a simple ground beef dinner recipe, then you need to try this Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole!

Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole is an easy dish loaded with ground beef, diced onions, pickles, ketchup, mustard, sesame seeds, cheddar cheese and hamburger buns.

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FAQS:

How should I store Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole?

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months

How should I reheat this cheeseburger casserole?

You can reheat the leftovers in the microwave but if you would like the buns to be crispy it is best to reheat in the oven or toaster oven.

What substitutions could I make?

  • Diced Pickles: I used sweet pickles for this recipe but you could use dill if you prefer. You can also just omit the pickles if you are not a fan.
  • Ground Beef: Any ground meat could be used for this recipe including ground chicken, ground turkey or pork.
  • Vegetables: You could add a variety of vegetables to your preference including sliced mushrooms, diced tomatoes and bell peppers.
  • Cheddar Cheese: A variety of cheeses could be used for this recipe including Swiss, Monterey jack and provolone.

What should I serve with Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole?

Cheeseburger casserole pairs well with a variety of sides. Here are some suggestions:

  1. Salad: A fresh garden salad or coleslaw can provide a light and refreshing contrast.
  2. Vegetables: Roasted or steamed vegetables like broccoli, green beans, or carrots.
  3. Potatoes: French fries, tater tots, or a baked potato.
  4. Corn: Corn on the cob or a corn salad.
  5. Bread: Garlic bread or dinner rolls.
Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole is an easy dish loaded with ground beef, diced onions, pickles, ketchup, mustard, sesame seeds, cheddar cheese and hamburger buns.

Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole

Yield: 8 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

Chopped Cheeseburger Casserole is an easy dish loaded with ground beef, diced onions, pickles, ketchup, mustard, sesame seeds, cheddar cheese and hamburger buns.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 1 cup diced pickles (sweet or dill according to your preference)
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 8 hamburger buns
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Topping

  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400F.
  2. Drop the ground beef into a large skillet over medium-high heat and crumble it well as it cooks.
  3. Once the ground beef is fully browned, drain the grease from the skillet.
  4. Add the diced pickles, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper to the skillet.
  5. Stir all of the ingredients together until well combined and then reduce the heat to low.
  6. Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking dish well with cooking spray.
  7. Take the bottom half of all 8 hamburger buns and chop each bottom bun into 9 pieces.
  8. Place the bun pieces in the bottom of the baking dish and spread them out evenly.
  9. Pour the 3 tablespoons of melted butter evenly over the bun pieces.
  10. Place the baking dish in the oven and toast the bun pieces for 8 minutes.
  11. Remove the dish from the oven and spoon the ground beef mixture evenly over the toasted bun pieces.
  12. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the ground beef mixture.
  13. Place the 8 top buns on top of the cheese.
  14. Brush the 1 tablespoon of melted butter on top of the buns.
  15. Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the butter buns.
  16. Cover the dish loosely with foil and return it to the 400F oven.
  17. Bake the casserole, covered, for 20 minutes.
  18. After 20 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
  19. Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to rest for a few minutes.
  20. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 560Total Fat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 126mgSodium: 1085mgCarbohydrates: 33gFiber: 2gSugar: 8gProtein: 38g

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