Description
This One-Pan Cheesy Meat & Potato Skillet is a hearty and comforting American main course perfect for quick family dinners. Ground beef is browned with onions and garlic, then simmered with diced potatoes and seasoned with smoked paprika and oregano. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and fresh parsley, it offers a delicious, easy-to-make meal that combines savory meat with tender potatoes in one skillet.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Aromatics
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Vegetables and Seasonings
- 3 medium russet potatoes, diced small
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Liquids and Toppings
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5–6 minutes. Drain excess grease if necessary to keep the dish from becoming too oily.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until they become softened and fragrant, which adds depth to the dish.
- Add Potatoes and Season: Stir in the diced potatoes along with smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring to coat the potatoes evenly in the spices and allowing them to start to soften.
- Simmer with Broth: Pour the beef broth into the skillet and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and cover the skillet. Cook for 15–18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and the liquid has mostly absorbed.
- Melting the Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the skillet mixture. Cover again and let it cook for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is melted and gooey, binding all the flavors together.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the skillet for a pop of color and freshness. Serve hot straight from the pan for a comforting one-dish meal.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding diced bell pepper along with the onions and garlic.
- Swap cheddar cheese for Monterey Jack or pepper jack for a different cheese profile.
- This recipe is flexible—try using ground turkey or sausage instead of ground beef for variations.
- To keep it gluten-free, ensure your beef broth is gluten-free certified.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
