Description
Loaded Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet with cheesy goodness, quick and comforting meal perfect for feeding a hungry crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio works best)
- 1½ pounds (680g) russet potatoes, diced into ½-inch cubes
- 1 medium onion (about 1 cup/150g), finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup (60ml) beef broth
- 3 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sour cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat the Skillet Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the diced potatoes in a single layer. Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt and let them cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes until the bottoms develop a golden crust. Gently flip and continue cooking for another 5 minutes until potatoes are mostly tender. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Step 2: Cook Onions and Garlic In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil and the diced onions. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
- Step 3: Cook Ground Beef Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook until no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan for flavor.
- Step 4: Add Bell Peppers and Seasonings Return the skillet to heat and add the diced bell peppers, paprika, oregano, remaining salt, black pepper, and cayenne if using. Stir to combine and cook for 2 minutes until the peppers begin to soften.
- Step 5: Add Broth and Return Potatoes Pour in the beef broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Return the potatoes to the pan and gently fold them into the beef mixture, trying not to break them. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until everything is heated through and most of the liquid has reduced.
- Step 6: Melt Cheese and Garnish Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and remove from heat. Let sit for 2 minutes until the cheese melts completely. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot, with a dollop of sour cream if desired.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg