Description
A simple, one-pan meal combining ground beef and crispy potatoes for a comforting and satisfying dinner that’s quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio recommended)
- 3 medium potatoes (about 1 pound; Yukon Gold or Russet)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or oregano
- Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: Splash of Worcestershire sauce
- Optional: Pinch of chili flakes
Instructions
- Prep the potatoes by peeling if desired and dicing into 1/2-inch cubes. Rinse under cold water to remove excess starch and pat dry.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced potatoes in an even layer and cook undisturbed for a few minutes until bottoms brown. Stir occasionally until golden and tender, about 10-12 minutes.
- Push potatoes to the side of the pan and add remaining oil if needed. Crumble in the ground beef, season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and thyme. Cook, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink and browned, about 8-10 minutes.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until onions soften and become translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir everything together, lower heat, cover loosely, and let simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors. Add a splash of beef broth or water if mixture seems dry.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Pat potatoes dry before cooking to ensure crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to allow proper browning. Brown the beef without stirring constantly to develop caramelized flavor. Add garlic and onions later to prevent burning. Adjust seasoning in stages for best flavor layering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 25
Keywords: ground beef skillet, potato skillet, comfort food, easy dinner, one-pan meal, quick recipe, hearty meal