Description
Savor the bold flavors of Mexico with this Mexican Ground Beef and Potato Skillet, a delightful one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. This recipe features seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and colorful vegetables, all topped with melted cheese for an irresistibly hearty dish. In just 35 minutes, you can bring this flavorful creation to your dinner table, making it a quick and satisfying option that even kids will love. Whether served on its own or accompanied by fresh toppings like sour cream and avocado, this skillet is sure to become a household favorite.
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)
- 4 ounces diced green chiles
- Kosher salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 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 potatoes and cook for about 6 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Push potatoes to the side; add ground beef, onion, and bell pepper. Season with salt and pepper; cook until combined.
- Stir in green chiles along with spices and cilantro. Cook for an additional 6-8 minutes until potatoes are tender and beef is cooked through.
- Top with cheese; cover until melted. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (about 300g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg