This Ground Beef and Potato Skillet is the ultimate one-pan weeknight dinner that’s ready in just 25 minutes – packed with perfectly browned potatoes, seasoned ground beef, colorful peppers, and melted cheese for maximum comfort food satisfaction!
When you need a hearty, satisfying dinner that comes together in one skillet without any fuss, this amazing beef and potato skillet is exactly what busy families need. With crispy-edged potatoes, perfectly seasoned ground beef, tender vegetables, and gooey melted cheese, it’s like the best diner hash made at home – and so much better!
Perfect for those hectic weeknight dinners when you want something filling and delicious but don’t have time for complicated recipes, this kid-approved and budget-friendly skillet meal delivers maximum flavor with minimal cleanup. Plus, it’s incredibly versatile – serve it for dinner, breakfast-for-dinner, or even weekend brunch!
Why You’re Going To Love This Recipe
This hearty, cheesy, and incredibly satisfying one-pan skillet combines all your favorite comfort food flavors into one amazing family dinner!
One-pan convenience – everything cooks together in a single skillet for easy prep and virtually no cleanup on busy nights.
Ready in 25 minutes – from start to finish, this satisfying dinner comes together incredibly quickly for those rushed weeknight meals.
Budget-friendly ingredients – uses affordable pantry staples like ground beef, potatoes, and basic vegetables to feed a family generously.
Kid and adult approved – familiar flavors that even picky eaters will devour, but hearty enough to satisfy hungry adults too.
Perfect browning technique – special cooking method ensures both the potatoes AND beef get perfectly browned for maximum flavor.
Incredibly versatile – amazing as dinner, breakfast-for-dinner, or topped with a fried egg for the ultimate comfort meal.
Customizable heat level – easily adjust the spice level or add your favorite vegetables to make it your own.
What You Need
With perfectly browned potatoes, seasoned ground beef, colorful vegetables, and melted cheese, this skillet delivers serious comfort food satisfaction with simple ingredients.
Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredient quantities and full detailed method!
Lean ground beef – provides the hearty protein base. You can substitute ground chicken or turkey (but not turkey breast – it’s too lean).
Medium potatoes – cut into uniform ½-inch cubes for even cooking. Russets or Yukon Gold work perfectly!
Bell peppers – use a mix of colors for visual appeal, or stick with one color to keep it simple. Adds great crunch and sweetness.
Yellow onion – adds savory depth and caramelized flavor when cooked with the beef and potatoes.
Fresh garlic – minced for maximum flavor distribution throughout the skillet.
Seasonings – smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper create that perfect savory seasoning blend.
Cheddar cheese – shredded cheddar melts beautifully over the hot skillet for that irresistible cheesy finish.
Green onions – fresh chopped scallions add a bright pop of color and mild onion flavor for garnish.
Oil – for cooking the potatoes and beef to golden perfection.
Equipment Required
This easy one-pan dinner comes together with just basic kitchen equipment!
A large non-stick skillet (essential for proper browning)
A wooden spoon or spatula for stirring
A sharp knife for chopping vegetables
Cutting board
Measuring cups and spoons
Step By Step Instructions
Get ready for the most satisfying one-pan dinner that’ll become your new weeknight go-to!
Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredient quantities and full detailed method!
Step 1 – Brown The Potatoes
Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced potatoes in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes to get golden brown. Stir and cook another 2 minutes for more browning.
Step 2 – Add The Beef
Move potatoes to one side of the skillet. Add ground beef to the other side and sprinkle both beef and potatoes with salt and pepper. Break up the beef and spread it out, pressing down lightly.
Step 3 – Cook Undisturbed
Let the beef cook for 4 minutes undisturbed (stir potatoes occasionally). This creates that perfect browned crust on the beef for maximum flavor development.
Step 4 – Add Vegetables And Seasonings
Add chopped onion, bell pepper, garlic, and smoked paprika on top of everything. Stir until everything is evenly mixed together.
Step 5 – Finish Cooking
Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened, beef is completely cooked through, and potatoes are fork-tender, about 3-4 minutes more.
Step 6 – Add Cheese And Serve
Turn off heat and sprinkle shredded cheese over everything. Let the residual heat melt the cheese, then top with chopped green onions and serve immediately.
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