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Cheesy Beef & Potato Skillet One-Pan Comfort Dinner

Cheesy Beef & Potato Skillet One-Pan Comfort Dinner

This Cheesy Beef & Potato Skillet One-Pan Comfort Dinner is the ultimate weeknight meal — crispy golden potatoes, savory seasoned ground beef, and a thick layer of bubbling melted cheddar, all cooked in a single skillet in just 38 minutes. Hearty, satisfying, and incredibly easy to make with simple pantry ingredients the whole family will love

  • Total Time: 38 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  1. Heat olive oil in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced potatoes in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and cook undisturbed for 5–6 minutes until golden on the bottom. Flip and cook for another 4–5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add ground beef and break into small crumbles. Cook for 4–5 minutes until fully browned with no pink remaining. Drain excess fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.
  3. Add diced onion and bell pepper to the beef. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  4. Add smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat the beef and vegetables evenly. Cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
  5. Return the potatoes to the skillet. Fold into the beef mixture and press into an even layer. Cook over medium heat for 3–4 minutes until potatoes are cooked through.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low. Sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly over the surface. Cover and cook for 2–3 minutes until fully melted. For a golden crust, broil uncovered for 1–2 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh chives, parsley, and dollops of sour cream if desired. Serve hot directly from the skillet.

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced potatoes in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and cook undisturbed for 5–6 minutes until golden on the bottom. Flip and cook for another 4–5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add ground beef and break into small crumbles. Cook for 4–5 minutes until fully browned with no pink remaining. Drain excess fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.
  • Add diced onion and bell pepper to the beef. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  • Add smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat the beef and vegetables evenly. Cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
  • Return the potatoes to the skillet. Fold into the beef mixture and press into an even layer. Cook over medium heat for 3–4 minutes until potatoes are cooked through.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly over the surface. Cover and cook for 2–3 minutes until fully melted. For a golden crust, broil uncovered for 1–2 minutes.

 

  • Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh chives, parsley, and dollops of sour cream if desired. Serve hot directly from the skillet

Notes

Always pat potatoes completely dry before cooking to achieve maximum crispiness. Do not use pre-shredded bagged cheese — it contains anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting. Always grate fresh from a block. For extra heat, increase cayenne to ½ teaspoon or add a pinch of red pepper flakes. Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days and taste even better the next day. To freeze, omit the cheese layer before freezing and add fresh cheese when reheating. Swap ground beef for ground turkey or sweet potatoes for a lighter version.

Find it online: https://juicymeatrecipes.com/cheesy-beef-potato/