Spiced Beef and Cheesy Potato Skillet

Ingredients

- 4 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Potatoes:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Once the oil is hot, add the diced Yukon Gold potatoes.
- Sauté the potatoes for about 10 minutes until they are golden and beginning to soften. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Remove the potatoes from the skillet and set aside.

2. Cook the Ground Beef:
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Add the chopped onion and cook for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Add the ground beef and brown it, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until fully browned.

3. Spice it Up:
- Stir in the chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix well to ensure the beef is evenly coated with spices.

4. Combine and Simmer:
- Return the potatoes to the skillet with the beef.
- Add the beef broth, salsa, diced jalapeño, and bell pepper.
- Stir all ingredients together, ensuring they are well combined.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and let simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and flavors meld together.

5. Finish with Cheese:
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the beef and potatoes.
- Cover the skillet again and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

6. Serve:
- Serve hot off the stove as a comforting, hearty meal. Garnish with additional jalapeños if desired.

Preparation & Cooking Times

Preparation time: PT10M
10 minutes
Cooking time: PT40M
40 minutes

Total Time

PT50M
50 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

- Spiced beef
- Cheesy potatoes
- Skillet dinner
- One-pot meal
- Comfort food
- Ground beef recipe
- Spicy beef skillet
- Easy dinner
- Tex-Mex flavors
- Potato and beef

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Approximately 2400 calories for the entire dish

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