Description
This hearty Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet is an easy, satisfying one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender potatoes and savory ground beef are simmered together with fragrant onions, garlic, and flavorful seasonings for a delicious, comforting dinner the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4–5 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Liquids
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
Optional Toppings
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary to keep the dish lean and flavorful.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the cooked beef. Continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent and the mixture is fragrant.
- Add Potatoes and Seasoning: Add the thinly sliced potatoes to the skillet. Sprinkle with paprika, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and add salt and pepper to taste. Stir thoroughly to ensure the potatoes and beef are evenly coated with seasonings.
- Simmer: Pour the beef broth or water over the beef and potatoes. Stir to combine. Cover the skillet and let everything simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and cooked through, stirring occasionally to prevent food from sticking to the bottom.
- Add Cheese (Optional): If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Cover the skillet for a few more minutes to allow the cheese to melt for an extra comforting touch.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the finished dish with fresh chopped parsley if you like, and serve hot. Enjoy your hearty one-pan meal!
Notes
- Brown the ground beef first and drain excess fat for a leaner meal and to avoid a greasy skillet.
- Cut potatoes thinly and evenly for quicker, even cooking.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for added nutrition and color.
- This dish can be easily doubled to feed a larger crowd.
- Both beef broth and water work well for this recipe, but broth gives a richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main-course
- Method: One Pot & One Pan
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
