Cheesy Ground Beef and Potatoes Recipe
A hearty and comforting dish combining savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese, seasoned with aromatic spices and fresh parsley. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Seasonings and Liquids
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks to ensure even cooking and crumbled texture.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes soft and fragrant, enhancing the flavor base of the dish.
- Add Potatoes and Seasonings: Stir in the diced potatoes, and sprinkle salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried oregano. Mix well to coat the potatoes evenly with the spices.
- Simmer with Broth: Pour the beef broth into the skillet and cover it with a lid. Lower the heat to low and cook for 20-25 minutes until the potatoes become tender and most of the liquid has evaporated, allowing flavors to meld.
- Melt the Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef and potatoes. Cover the skillet again and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until the cheese melts into a gooey topping.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for a burst of color and freshness before serving hot.
Notes
- Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for best texture when cooking.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, especially salt and paprika.
- For a spicier twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
- This dish reheats well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Ground turkey or chicken can be used as a leaner alternative to beef.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
Keywords: ground beef recipe, cheesy potatoes, skillet dinner, easy weeknight meal, comfort food
