Big Mac Casserole
Introduction
Big Mac Casserole delivers everything you love about the iconic fast-food burger—in a cheesy, comforting, oven-baked dish. This crowd-pleasing recipe layers savory ground beef, crisp pickles, and a creamy “special sauce,” all topped with gooey melted cheese. Quick to assemble and easy to customize, it’s the ultimate weeknight dinner that brings everyone running to the table.
Why This Big Mac Casserole Will Be Your New Favorite
This casserole captures the signature flavor of a Big Mac with far less fuss: no grilling required, no drive-thru lines! It’s hearty enough to satisfy, yet much simpler to prep for groups than individual burgers. Each bite is loaded with seasoned beef, zippy pickles, tangy sauce, and a hint of crunch from the fresh lettuce topping, earning rave reviews from both kids and adults.
Ingredient Prep Made Easy
Efficient prep is the secret to this casserole’s simplicity. Chop onions and pickles in seconds for a consistent flavor base—using a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper makes this step a breeze, creating perfectly uniform pieces in no time. You can pre-portion other toppings and stash them in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, which keep your ingredients fresh and organized until it’s time to assemble.
Perfectly Browned Beef Every Time
Start with a cold SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet—its even heat distribution ensures your ground beef cooks to juicy perfection. Use a Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher for quickly breaking up the meat into ideal, crumbled pieces.
Once the beef is browned, drain excess fat and layer it with onions and pickles, letting each flavor element shine through.
Layering and Baking Your Casserole
Smooth out the beef mixture in a prepared baking dish lined with Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll for easy cleanup and serving. Drizzle your homemade “special sauce” over the layers, then blanket everything with shredded cheddar for a bubbly, golden finish. Bake until the cheese melts and fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma.
How to Serve Big Mac Casserole
Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving—it’s easier to cut into neat portions this way. Top each slice with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and extra pickles for a true Big Mac experience. This dish is equally tasty the next day, making it a lunch box superstar. Transport leftovers to work in a Bentgo Salad Container for a wholesome, portable meal.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This Big Mac Casserole recipe yields 6 generous servings. Each serving contains about 430–470 calories, 28g protein, 8g carbs, and 34g fat (values may vary based on toppings and cheese choices). For a lighter dish, opt for reduced-fat cheese and ground turkey.
Big Mac Casserole: A Comfort Food Classic (Recap)
This casserole transforms everyone’s favorite burger into a family-style comfort dish—rich, beefy, cheesy, and impossibly satisfying. With easy prep, a one-dish bake, and flavors guaranteed to win over any crowd, it’s destined to become a staple in your meal rotation.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with a sheet of Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll for effortless cleanup.
- Heat a SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and use the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher to break it up as it cooks. When nearly browned, add onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Stir mustard, ketchup, 1/3 cup Thousand Island, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper into the beef. Fold in chopped pickles, then transfer mixture evenly into your prepared baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs with heavy cream. Pour evenly over the beef layer—this helps set the casserole.
- Sprinkle cheese over the top. Bake for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and just golden.
- Cool for 5 minutes before garnishing with optional lettuce, tomato, extra pickles, and sesame seeds.
- Cut into squares and serve hot. To pack leftovers, spoon portions into a Bentgo Salad Container—handy and spill-proof for lunches.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Enjoy all the flavor of a Big Mac—minus the bun, plus the comfort of casserole!
