Description
Hearty “beef and potatoes skillet” brings comfort from rustic American kitchens, blending savory meat with golden potato chunks. Sizzling one-pan magic delivers a satisfying meal you’ll crave after a long day.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
Vegetables:
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Oils:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the olive oil in a spacious cast-iron skillet, creating a sizzling foundation for the hearty meal.
- Introduce ground beef to the hot surface, breaking it into crumbling pieces and allowing a rich golden-brown crust to develop across its surface.
- Incorporate finely minced onions and crushed garlic, sautéing until they release their aromatic essence and become translucent.
- Gently fold in cubed potatoes, ensuring they are evenly coated with the savory meat mixture and seasoned with paprika, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Reduce heat and cover the skillet, creating a steamy environment that will tenderize the potatoes and meld the flavors together, stirring periodically to prevent sticking.
- After approximately 15-20 minutes, verify the potatoes have reached a perfect fork-tender consistency with a golden exterior.
- Elevate the dish’s visual appeal and freshness by sprinkling vibrant chopped parsley across the top, then serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Opt for lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a healthier skillet meal.
- Select waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes for better texture and even cooking throughout the dish.
- Enhance flavor by adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a pinch of smoked paprika for deeper, more complex taste notes.
- For gluten-free and low-carb variations, replace potatoes with cauliflower or turnips to maintain the hearty skillet concept while adapting to different dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg