Description
Cheesy One Pot Beef and Potatoes delivers comfort on a plate with minimal cleanup. Rich beef mingles with creamy potatoes and melted cheese, creating a hearty meal perfect for family dinners when you crave something satisfying and simple.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.1 pounds lean ground beef
- 1.8 pounds potatoes, preferably russets
- 1 ½ cups grated cheddar cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 2 Romano peppers, chopped (or bell peppers)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (more for serving)
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons double concentrated tomato paste
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients ahead of time: peel and slice potatoes into quarter-inch (0.5 centimeters) thick pieces, finely chop onions and parsley, mince garlic, and thinly slice romano peppers after removing seeds.
- Warm a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat with oil and butter, then carefully brown potato slices for approximately 6 minutes until golden on all surfaces. Transfer potatoes from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté romano peppers for 3 minutes until they begin softening, then introduce ground beef and break into smaller pieces, cooking until lightly browned.
- Add minced garlic and chopped onions, stirring and cooking until aromatic, approximately 2 minutes. Incorporate salt, chili flakes, black pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir in tomato paste thoroughly, ensuring even distribution of spices and herbs throughout the meat mixture.
- Gently fold in chopped parsley and previously cooked potato slices, creating an even mixture. Pour chicken broth into the skillet and cover with a lid.
- Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes or until potatoes reach desired tenderness, allowing flavors to meld together.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly across the top, then cover with lid to facilitate complete melting.
- Garnish with additional fresh parsley and chili flakes for extra visual appeal and flavor complexity.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, accompanied by a crisp side salad for a balanced meal.
Notes
- Advance Prep is Key: Chop, slice, and measure all ingredients before starting to cook for a smooth, stress-free cooking experience.
- Potato Perfection: Golden-brown potatoes create a delicious base with a crispy exterior and tender interior.
- One-Pan Wonder: This recipe minimizes cleanup with a single skillet, making it perfect for quick weeknight meals.
- Flavor Layering: Each ingredient is cooked separately to develop deep, rich flavors that blend beautifully.
- Cheese Melt Magic: Let the cheddar completely melt to create a creamy, indulgent topping that brings the dish together.
- Serving Suggestion: Pair with a fresh side salad to balance the hearty, savory flavors of the main dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg