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Easy Ground Beef Potato Skillet

A comforting one-skillet meal featuring ground beef and baby potatoes, perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend brunches.
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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 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 pound baby potatoes, halved Regular potatoes can be substituted, cut into smaller chunks.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Can be substituted with taco seasoning for a different flavor.
Cooking Essentials
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup beef broth or water
  • to taste chopped fresh parsley for garnish Optional - adds color and flavor.

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until they are softened and fragrant.
  3. Stir in the ground beef, cooking until it’s evenly browned, and break it apart with a spatula.
  4. Toss in the halved baby potatoes, seasoning them generously with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
  5. Pour in the beef broth (or water), bringing everything to a gentle simmer.
  6. Cover the skillet and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, allowing the potatoes to become tender.
  7. Once tender, remove the lid and occasionally stir while cooking until most of the liquid evaporates.
  8. Before serving, garnish with chopped parsley for that pop of color.

Notes

For added color and sweetness, consider adding frozen peas or corn towards the end of cooking. Serve with a side salad or crusty bread for a full meal.