One-Pan Cheesy Meat & Potato Skillet
This hearty, one-pan meal is a perfect weeknight solution, featuring flavorful seared ground beef, tender Yukon Gold potatoes, and a rich, creamy sharp cheddar finish. By simmering the potatoes directly in high-quality beef broth with a touch of aromatic smoked paprika rather than water, every bite is infused with intense, savory depth. The result is a satisfying, cohesive dish that balances proteins and starches, all while keeping cleanup to a minimum in a single skillet.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 35
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) Ground Beef (85/15)
2 cups (300g) Yukon Gold potatoes, diced to 1/2 inch cubes
1/2 cup (120ml) Low-sodium beef broth
1 cup (115g) Sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
1/2 tsp Smoked paprika
Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon.
Sear the beef until browned and fully cooked, then season lightly with salt and pepper.
Add the diced potatoes to the skillet with the beef and cook for 3-5 minutes, allowing them to take on some color from the beef drippings.
Stir in the smoked paprika, then pour in the beef broth to deglaze the pan.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender and the broth has mostly reduced.
Remove the lid, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top, and cover briefly until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Remove from heat and serve hot.
Notes
Always shred the cheese from a block rather than using pre-shredded bags to ensure a smoother melt due to the lack of anti-caking agents. If the potatoes need more time but the liquid has evaporated, add a splash more beef broth tablespoon by tablespoon.
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