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Skillet Ground Beef and Potatoes Dinner plate with flavorful ingredients

Skillet Ground Beef and Potatoes Dinner

A hearty one-pan meal featuring ground beef and potatoes that's budget-friendly and family-approved.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 medium potatoes, diced Cut evenly for even cooking
  • 1 cup green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Toasted for flavor
  • 1 cup beef broth Can substitute with chicken or vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional: herbs such as thyme or rosemary Use seasonal herbs

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent.
  3. Stir in the ground beef, cooking it until browned.
  4. Toss in the diced potatoes and bell pepper, mixing well.
  5. Pour in the beef broth, then season with salt, pepper, and herbs.
  6. Cover the skillet and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 20-25 minutes.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

This dish lasts in the fridge for 3-4 days in an airtight container. It also freezes well for about 2-3 months. Possible variations include swapping ground beef for turkey or chicken, or making it vegan with lentils.