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Ground Beef and Potato Skillet

Savory Ground Beef and Potato Skillet for Cozy Weeknights

A cozy Ground Beef and Potato Skillet that's perfect for weeknight dinners with bold flavors and minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Great for sautéing
  • 1 pound Potatoes Yukon gold, no peeling required
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Less than 10% fat
  • 1/2 cup Diced Yellow Onion Can swap with white or red onion
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Substitute with any bell pepper
  • Kosher Salt Essential for seasoning
  • Black Pepper Essential for seasoning
  • 4 ounces Diced Green Chiles Choose mild or hot
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons Chili Powder Adjust to taste for spice
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Key component in many Mexican dishes
  • 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Introduces a smoky richness
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Optional, enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Cheese Try cheddar, colby jack, or pepper jack

Equipment

  • 12-inch skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large, 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add 1 pound of cubed Yukon gold potatoes and sauté for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and tender.
  3. Push the potatoes to one side, add 1 pound of ground beef, 1/2 cup onion, and 1 diced red bell pepper. Cook for 7-8 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle in kosher salt and black pepper to taste; cook for an additional minute or two.
  5. Stir in 4 ounces of diced green chiles, 2 1/2 teaspoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add the sautéed potatoes back and 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro. Cook for 6-8 minutes over medium heat.
  7. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheese over the mixture, cover, and cook for 2-3 minutes until melted.
  8. Remove from heat and optionally garnish with extra cilantro. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

This dish is ideal for cozy weeknight dinners and can be customized with different ingredients for variety.

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