Description
Hearty beef and potatoes skillet promises comfort through savory layers of classic home cooking. Rich protein and tender potatoes combine for a satisfying meal families will eagerly enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 4 medium russet potatoes, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking and Optional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a large skillet and warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat, creating a sizzling surface for the potatoes.
- Carefully distribute diced potatoes across the heated skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper. Rotate and stir potatoes every few minutes to ensure even, golden-brown crispiness, approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Transfer crispy potatoes to a separate plate, reserving the skillet for the next cooking phase.
- Pour remaining olive oil into the same skillet, introducing finely chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it into small crumbles while cooking. Brown the meat thoroughly for 5-7 minutes, ensuring no pink remains.
- Drain excess fat if the skillet appears excessively greasy.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper across the meat mixture, stirring to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Reintroduce the crispy potatoes to the skillet, gently tossing to integrate all ingredients and allow flavors to meld, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Optional: Scatter shredded cheddar cheese over the top, covering the skillet to encourage melting for approximately 2 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately while hot, presenting a complete and flavorful one-pan meal.
Notes
- Swap ground beef for ground turkey or plant-based crumbles to create a lighter, healthier version of the dish.
- Pat potatoes dry before cooking to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent steaming instead of browning.
- Use cast-iron skillet for superior heat distribution and achieving golden-brown potato edges.
- Customize spice blend by adding smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, or Italian seasoning for extra flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg