Description
This Beef and Potato Skillet recipe is a hearty and flavorful one-pan meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. Tender Yukon Gold potatoes, savory ground beef, and melted cheddar cheese come together with a blend of spices for a satisfying dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Potato Mixture:
- 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced small
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Finishing Touches:
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced potatoes and cook until lightly browned and nearly tender.
- Cook Beef: Push potatoes to the side and add ground beef and onion. Cook until beef is browned. Add garlic and spices.
- Combine: Mix potatoes and beef, pour in broth, cover, and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Finish: Sprinkle with cheese, cover to melt. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken.
- Include bell peppers or spinach for added vegetables.
- Serve with sour cream or hot sauce for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
