Description
This comforting Ground Beef and Potatoes skillet is a quick, healthy, and hearty meal made with simple ingredients like lean ground beef, crispy potatoes, and vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean or higher)
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cups diced Yukon gold or red potatoes (about 1/2-inch cubes)
- 1 large carrot, peeled and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add the onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the diced potatoes and carrots. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the bell pepper and garlic. Cook for 2 more minutes.
- Season the mixture with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for 10-12 minutes, until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the lid and let simmer for a few more minutes to reduce any excess liquid if needed.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Swap in sweet potatoes for a twist on flavor and added nutrients.
- You can add frozen peas or corn in the last few minutes of cooking for extra veggies.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- For a dairy-free option, avoid adding cheese or creamy toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
