Cheesy Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet
A hearty and comforting one-pan meal featuring seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup beef broth
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix well to evenly coat the beef and onions with the spices.
Add the diced potatoes to the skillet and stir to combine with the beef mixture.
Pour the beef broth over the potatoes and beef. Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to medium-low.
Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and cooked through.
Remove the lid and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the skillet.
Cover again and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.