A hearty and satisfying one-pan creamy ground beef and potato skillet dinner that comes together quickly for busy weeknights. This comfort food favorite is simple to make with common ingredients and minimal cleanup.
Author:purejoyalex
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:30 min
Total Time:45 min
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Dinner
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 1/2 cups beef broth
1 1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika, and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
Pour in the beef broth and add the diced potatoes. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook, stirring, until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For a quicker potato cooking time, you can parboil the diced potatoes for 5 minutes before adding them to the skillet.
Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or corn in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
This recipe is a great example of simple meal planning for busy families.