Ground Beef and Potato Skillet Recipe
One night, I needed a quick dinner with whatever I had in the kitchen. I found ground beef in the fridge and some potatoes sitting on the counter. Instead of making a big, complicated meal, I threw everything into a skillet with some seasonings.That was the night I discovered just how easy and delicious a one-pan ground beef and potato meal could be. Now, this recipe is one of my go-to meals for busy weeknights. It’s simple, hearty, and full of flavor—perfect for when you want something satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Cutting board and knife
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
- 3 medium potatoes, diced (Yukon Gold or Russet)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup shredded cheese (optional, for topping)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced potatoes and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to turn golden brown.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat another tablespoon of olive oil.
- Add the ground beef and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Stir in the diced onion and bell pepper, cooking for another 3–4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Sprinkle in the paprika, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and mix well.
- Return the cooked potatoes to the skillet and stir everything together.
- Let cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top and cover the skillet for 2 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.