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One Pan Cheesy Meat & Potato Skillet

Hearty ground beef and crispy potatoes smothered in melted cheese — the ultimate one-pan comfort food ready in under 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3 tbsp butter or olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 medium potatoes diced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika optional
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream or milk
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2 tbsp parsley or green onions chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or cast-iron pan
  • Mixing spoon
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add diced onion and garlic. Sauté until softened.
  3. Add diced potatoes and seasonings. Stir well to combine.
  4. Cover and cook 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  5. Stir in cream and half of the cheese, mix until melted.
  6. Top with remaining cheese and cover until melted. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

Use a cast iron skillet for best texture. Add jalapeños for a spicy version.