Description
One-Pan Cheesy Meat & Potato Skillet is the ultimate comfort food that brings together savory ground meat, tender potatoes, and gooey melted cheese—all cooked in a single skillet for easy cleanup. In just 30 minutes, you can create a hearty meal that satisfies the whole family. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is not only delicious but also highly customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether you choose beef, turkey, or chicken and your favorite cheese, this one-pan wonder is sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Beef (or ground turkey, chicken)
- 3 medium Potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 1 medium Onion (chopped)
- 1 bell pepper (chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Beef Broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- Fresh Parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced potatoes and cook for 8-10 minutes until softened.
- Remove potatoes from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic; cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper; mix well.
- Pour in broth and return potatoes to the skillet. Cover and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Top with shredded cheese; cover again for an additional 2-3 minutes until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the skillet
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg