Skillet Greek Spaghetti with Ground Beef and Tomato Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-18 · Updated 2026-05-18

One-pan spaghetti cooked with seasoned ground beef and a rich tomato sauce, finished with tangy feta and fresh herbs. This Greek-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs spaghetti pasta, extra virgin olive oil, ground beef for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 12 ounces spaghetti pasta
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 14 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup, crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium finely chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Add 1 pound ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 6-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
3. Step 3: Stir in 14 ounces crushed tomatoes, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well.
4. Step 4: Add 12 ounces dry spaghetti pasta to the skillet and pour in 4 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender and sauce has thickened.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley over the top. Cover and let sit for 2 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.