Ground Beef Potato Dinner – A Cozy, One-Pan Family Favorite
A hearty one-pan meal made with ground beef, golden potatoes, and savory seasonings — perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef (80/20 or 85/15)
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4 medium potatoes, diced (Yukon gold or red)
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1 small onion, diced
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 bell pepper or carrot, diced (optional)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp butter
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp dried thyme or oregano
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: Shredded cheese, parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Heat oil and butter in a skillet. Add potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 8–10 minutes until golden and tender. Remove from pan.
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Brown ground beef in the same skillet for 6–8 minutes. Drain excess grease.
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Add onion, cook 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic and optional bell pepper, cook another 2 minutes.
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Season with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
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Return potatoes to the skillet. Stir and cook for 3–5 minutes until heated through and slightly crisp.
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Optional: Top with cheese and cover until melted. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
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Swap in sweet potatoes or cauliflower for variation.
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Add frozen peas or corn toward the end for texture.
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Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days.