Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Mexican Ground Beef and Potato Skillet, perfect for a quick dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 medium potatoes, diced (about 2 cups)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the diced potatoes, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the potatoes with the spices.
- Add the drained diced tomatoes to the skillet and stir to combine. Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Once the potatoes are cooked, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top. Cover the skillet again and let it sit for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For added heat, include diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper when cooking the beef.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option, and use sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes for a different flavor and added nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg