Description
Discover the delightful Mexican Ground Beef and Potato Skillet, a one-pan wonder that combines savory ground beef, tender potatoes, and vibrant vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is seasoned with a blend of traditional Mexican spices, making it both comforting and flavorful. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up this hearty meal that the whole family will love. With customizable options for heat and added veggies, this skillet dinner is sure to impress at any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 pound potatoes (cut into 1/2 inch cubes)
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 ounces diced green chiles
- 2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
Instructions
- Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cubed potatoes and cook for about 6 minutes until golden and slightly tender.
- Push potatoes aside; add crumbled ground beef, onion, and red bell pepper. Season with salt and pepper, cooking until beef is browned.
- Stir in green chiles, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cilantro. Cook for an additional 6-8 minutes until potatoes are fully tender.
- Top with cheese; cover briefly until melted. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg