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Smoky Ground Beef and Potatoes

A hearty one-pan skillet dinner featuring seasoned ground beef and tender smoky potatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 Yukon Gold potatoes diced
  • 1 yellow onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp dried thyme
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder optional
  • 0.25 cup beef broth

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Cook diced potatoes until golden and slightly tender. Remove and set aside.
  3. Brown ground beef in the same skillet, breaking apart as it cooks.
  4. Add onion and cook until softened, then stir in garlic.
  5. Return potatoes to skillet and add all seasonings.
  6. Pour in beef broth, cover, and cook until potatoes are fork-tender.
  7. Uncover and cook briefly to reduce moisture, then garnish and serve.

Notes

For extra smoky flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a pinch of cumin.