A hearty one-pan skillet featuring crispy potatoes, savory ground beef, and gooey cheddar cheese — perfect for a fast, comforting dinner.
1 lb ground beef (80/20)
3 cups diced Yukon Gold potatoes (½-inch pieces)
1 small yellow onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced (optional)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp dried oregano
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley or green onions, for garnish
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 10–12 minutes until browned and tender. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add more oil if needed. Sauté onion and bell pepper for 3–4 minutes until soft. Add garlic and stir 30 seconds.
Add ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula, about 6–8 minutes. Season with paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Return potatoes to the pan. Stir to combine all ingredients.
Top with shredded cheese. Cover and cook on low until cheese melts, about 3–4 minutes. Optional: broil for 2 minutes for a bubbly top.
Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions and serve hot.
Swap beef for turkey or vegetarian meat substitute.
Add jalapeños or hot sauce for spice.
Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days.