Description
This One-Pan Ground Meat and Potato Skillet is a hearty and satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring savory ground meat, crispy potatoes, and simple seasonings, this dish comes together in one skillet for easy cleanup. It’s a comforting, flavorful meal that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with your favorite side.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef, turkey, or chicken
- 4 medium potatoes, diced (about 4 cups)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme (optional)
- 1/2 cup beef or chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice, optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced potatoes to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to turn golden and crispy on the edges.
- Add the ground meat to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the diced onion and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Sprinkle in the paprika, salt, pepper, and thyme (if using). Stir to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Cover and let everything simmer for 5-7 minutes until the potatoes are tender and the flavors have melded together.
- If using cheese, sprinkle it on top and cover the skillet for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add bell peppers, mushrooms, or other veggies to the skillet.
- This dish is great for meal prep. Just store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
- If you want to make it spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or some hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg