Description
Sizzling Mexican Ground Beef and Potato Skillet brings bold, hearty flavors straight to your dinner table. Packed with spices and simple ingredients, this one-pan meal delivers comfort and satisfaction in just minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 1 lb ground beef
Vegetables:
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup corn kernels
Seasonings and Oils:
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Dice 2 medium potatoes into small, uniform cubes so your potatoes cook evenly and quickly.
- Chop 1 medium onion and 1 bell pepper into similar-sized pieces to ensure consistent cooking.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
- Add 1 lb ground beef to the hot skillet, breaking it into small crumbles. Cook for 5-7 minutes until completely browned and no pink remains.
- Toss in chopped onion, bell pepper, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until vegetables soften and become fragrant.
- Sprinkle 2 teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika, salt, and pepper over the meat mixture. Stir thoroughly to distribute spices.
- Add diced potatoes and gently mix to coat with spices and meat drippings.
- Pour 1 can of undrained diced tomatoes and 1 cup corn kernels into the skillet. Stir to combine all ingredients.
- Cover skillet and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to prevent sticking.
- Check potato tenderness with a fork. Remove from heat when potatoes are soft but not mushy.
- Sprinkle fresh cilantro over the skillet for a bright, fresh garnish.
- Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for a zesty squeeze of flavor.
Notes
- Dice potatoes into small, uniform cubes to ensure even cooking and prevent some pieces from being undercooked while others become mushy.
- For a lower-carb version, replace potatoes with cauliflower or turnips to maintain the dish’s hearty texture.
- Select a high-quality ground beef with moderate fat content (80/20) to keep the skillet moist and flavorful without becoming greasy.
- Let the skillet rest for 5 minutes after cooking to allow flavors to meld and sauce to slightly thicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-31 minutes
- Category: One-Skillet
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg