Cheesy Ground Beef and Potato Skillet
Cheesy Ground Beef and Potato Skillet is an easy one-pan dinner with tender potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheddar cheese.
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Servings: 4
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Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 ½ lb Yukon Gold potatoes cut into ½-inch cubes
- ½ cup yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¾ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions sliced, optional
Instructions
- Add the ground beef and onion to a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking up the beef with a wooden spoon, until browned. Drain excess grease if necessary.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the potatoes and beef broth. Stir well.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and cover.
- Cook for 25 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until the potatoes are fork-tender. If the skillet becomes dry before the potatoes are cooked, add a splash more broth.
- Remove the lid. If excess liquid remains, cook uncovered for 5 minutes.
- Remove from the heat. Sprinkle cheddar evenly over the beef and potatoes. Cover for another 1 to 2 minutes, just until the cheese melts.
- Sprinkle with green onions and serve.
Notes
- Cut the potatoes into ½-inch cubes so they cook evenly. Larger pieces may need more cooking time.
- If the skillet starts to dry out before the potatoes are tender, add a splash of beef broth and continue cooking.
- The potatoes should be fork-tender, not crispy. They cook in the broth rather than frying.
- If there's liquid left after the potatoes are cooked, simmer uncovered for a few minutes before adding the cheese.
- Sharp cheddar gives the best cheesy flavor. Shredding your own cheese also helps it melt more smoothly.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat with a splash of beef broth if needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 483kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 39gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 113mgSodium: 1079mgPotassium: 1279mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 739IUVitamin C: 37mgCalcium: 353mgIron: 5mg
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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