Description
This Easy One-Pan Cheesy Potato Skillet Dinner is a comfort food favorite that combines ground beef, potatoes, and cheddar cheese for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Start by heating the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the ground beef to the pan. Using a spatula, break the meat apart and cook until it’s well-browned, which should take about 5–6 minutes. Be sure to stir occasionally to ensure even cooking and to break up any large chunks. If there’s excess fat, drain it out, but leave a bit of the flavor-enhancing fat to keep your dish moist.
- With the beef nicely browned, it’s time to add in the flavor foundation. Introduce the chopped onion and minced garlic into the skillet. Stir them together with the beef and let them cook for about 2 minutes. You want the onions to become translucent and the garlic to release its aromatic goodness. This step elevates the flavor profile of the dish and creates a delightful base for the potatoes.
- Next, incorporate the diced potatoes into the skillet along with the smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything well, ensuring that the spices coat the potatoes evenly. Once combined, cover the skillet with a lid and allow the potatoes to cook for about 12–15 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure each potato piece cooks evenly until fork-tender.
- After the potatoes have softened, toss in the diced red bell pepper. Stir them into the mix and let them cook for an additional 3–4 minutes. The bell peppers should become tender yet retain some structure, adding a fresh crunch to the dish.
- Now comes the best part! Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the skillet mixture. Cover the skillet once again and let the cheese melt for about 2–3 minutes. The cheese should become wonderfully gooey and melt into the delicious medley below. Once melted, you are ready to serve!
Notes
To ensure even cooking of potatoes, cut them into uniform-sized pieces. For an extra creamy texture, consider mixing in a bit of cream cheese before adding the cheddar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sodium: 670 mg
- Protein: 27 g