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One Pan Cheesy Meat & Potato Skillet

A hearty, cheesy one-pan dinner made with seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil optional
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 medium russet potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream or milk
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add onion and garlic, cooking for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  4. Add thinly sliced potatoes and pour in beef broth and cream. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  6. Sprinkle cheese over top, cover again, and cook for 3–5 minutes until melted.
  7. Garnish with parsley and serve hot straight from the skillet.

Notes

A comforting, one-pan dinner with melty cheese and tender potatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights.