🍔 Big Mac Casserole Recipe Made Easy

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🥄 Cheesy | 🥬 Loaded | 🧡 Family-Approved

If you’ve ever dreamed of scooping your favorite fast-food burger out of a bubbling casserole dish—this Big Mac Casserole recipe is your dream come true. It’s hearty, cheesy, tangy, and packed with all those iconic burger flavors—without the bun or the extra mess!

Perfect for weeknight dinners, game-day spreads, or picky eaters who just want “something fun.”

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Why You’ll Love This Big Mac Casserole Recipe

• ⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes
• ⏳ Bake Time: 20 minutes
• 🍽️ Serves: 6–8
• 💰 Budget-Friendly
• 🍔 Flavor: Savory beef, creamy cheese, zippy sauce
• 🧡 Perfect For: Busy families, comfort food nights, low-carb cravings

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Big Mac Casserole Ingredients – Everything You Need for Pure Comfort

• 1½ pounds ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ¾ cup dill pickles, chopped
• ½ cup Big Mac-style sauce (see below)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 3 large eggs
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 tbsp yellow mustard
• Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, extra pickles, sesame seeds

Big Mac Sauce (mix together):

• ½ cup mayo
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tbsp sweet relish
• 1 tsp mustard
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp vinegar

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How to Make Big Mac Casserole – Cheesy, Savory, and Unforgettable

Step 1: Brown the Beef

In a large skillet, cook ground beef and onion over medium heat until browned. Add garlic, season with salt and pepper, and cook 1–2 more minutes. Drain excess grease.

Step 2: Mix in the Magic

Stir in the chopped pickles and ¼ cup of the Big Mac sauce. Spread this mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 3: Add Cheese and Custard

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the meat. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, mustard, and a pinch of salt. Pour the mixture evenly over the cheese layer.

Step 4: Bake to Golden Perfection

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes, or until bubbly and set in the center.

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Optional Toppings That Take It Over the Top

• Shredded iceberg lettuce (added after baking)
• Diced tomatoes
• More chopped pickles
• Extra drizzle of Big Mac sauce
• Sesame seeds (for that “burger bun” feel)

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What Everyone’s Saying About This Big Mac Casserole Recipe

“Tastes just like a Big Mac but feels like a warm hug from the oven!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Natalie R.

“My kids LOVED this and asked for seconds. Big win for a weeknight dinner.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Mike T.

“I served it at a game-day party and people couldn’t stop asking for the recipe.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Dana S.

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📝 Big Mac Casserole

This Big Mac Casserole is a hearty, low-carb spin on the fast-food favorite. Layers of seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, tangy Big Mac–style sauce, and crunchy pickles come together in one skillet for a meal that’s nostalgic, cheesy, and totally satisfying.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Casserole, dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 420

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the casserole:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1½ lbs ground beef 85/15 or leaner
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• ½ tsp paprika
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup dill pickles chopped
• 2 tbsp ketchup optional for sweetness
• 3 large eggs
• ½ cup heavy cream

For serving/topping (optional):

• Shredded lettuce
• Sliced pickles
• Sesame seeds
• Extra sauce

Equipment

• Large skillet
• Baking dish (9×13)
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or large ovenproof skillet.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until softened.
3. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Season with salt, pepper, Worcestershire, and paprika. Cook until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
4. Stir in ketchup (if using) and chopped pickles. Cook for 1–2 more minutes, then remove from heat.
5. In a bowl, whisk together eggs and heavy cream.
6. Transfer the beef mixture to your baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
7. Pour egg-cream mixture over the top.
8. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the casserole is set and golden.
9. Let cool slightly before serving. Top with shredded lettuce, more pickles, sesame seeds, or drizzle with Big Mac–style sauce if desired.

Notes

Want the full Big Mac experience? Add a layer of low-carb buns or crescent dough underneath before baking.

Make it keto by skipping the ketchup or using sugar-free versions.

Tastes great reheated — perfect for meal prep!

FAQ – Big Mac Casserole Recipe

Love the bold, cheesy layers of this Big Mac Casserole? Then you’ve got to try this Cheesy Tater Tot Meatloaf Casserole. It’s just as hearty, family-friendly, and packed with comfort—perfect for busy nights when you need something warm and filling fast.