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Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet Recipe
Faiza Shabir

Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet Recipe

This Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet Recipe is hearty, simple, and packed with comforting flavor. Tender potatoes cook with seasoned ground beef in one pan for an easy weeknight dinner. It’s budget-friendly, filling, and perfect for the whole family. Add cheese or veggies to make it your own.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil if needed
  • 3 medium potatoes diced small
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup beef broth optional, for softer potatoes
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley or green onions optional garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook ground beef until browned, then drain excess grease.
  2. Remove beef from skillet and set aside.
  3. Add olive oil if needed and sauté diced potatoes 8–10 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. Add onion and garlic and cook 2–3 minutes until softened.
  5. Stir in paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Return beef to skillet and mix well.
  7. Add beef broth if needed, cover, and cook 5–7 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  8. Sprinkle cheese on top if using and cover briefly until melted.
  9. Garnish with parsley or green onions and serve hot.

Notes

  • Dice potatoes small and evenly so they cook faster.
  • Cover the skillet while the potatoes soften for a better texture.
  • Add bell peppers or spinach for extra veggies.
  • Store leftovers refrigerated up to 3 days and reheat in a skillet.

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