One-Pan Cheesy Meat & Potato Skillet
When you need a hearty meal that hits the spot without the stress of extra dishes, this one-pan skillet is your best friend. Bringing together savory ground beef, tender golden potatoes, and a perfect layer of melted cheddar cheese, this dish provides pure satisfaction with minimal effort. It is the ultimate comfort food, perfectly suited for busy weeknights when you need a delicious dinner on the table in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: dinner
- Method: Stovetop Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
3 medium golden potatoes, peeled and diced
1 onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 cup beef broth
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add diced potatoes and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly browned and beginning to soften.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
Stir in the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, cooking until the vegetables are tender.
Add the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Pour in the beef broth, cover, and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
Remove the lid, stir, and sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the top.
Cover momentarily until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
You can substitute ground turkey for ground beef if preferred. Feel free to add other seasonal vegetables like broccoli or carrots for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.