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A colorful skillet featuring golden-brown crispy potatoes topped with seasoned ground meat, melted cheese oozing over the sides, garnished with fresh herbs, served in a rustic cast-iron pan with a wooden spoon on a wooden background

Hearty One-Pan Cheesy Meat and Potato Skillet for Cozy Home Dinners

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A hearty and cheesy one-pan meal combining tender ground meat, crispy potatoes, and melted cheese, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 large potatoes, sliced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add ground beef; cook until browned, breaking apart with a spatula, then season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  4. In a separate pan, fry the sliced potatoes in remaining olive oil until crispy and golden.
  5. Layer the cooked potatoes over the beef in the skillet, then sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  6. Cover and cook for 5 minutes until the cheese melts.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving hot.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground beef with ground chicken or turkey for a lighter version.
  • Add sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor.
  • Use melted cheese for a gooey topping that enhances the dish.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 520 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg