Get ready to transform your weeknight dinner with the ultimate comfort food that'll have your family begging for seconds! This Meat n Potato Skillet Supper is the culinary superhero you've been searching for - a one-pan wonder that combines hearty ground beef, crispy potatoes, and fresh green beans into a mouthwatering meal that's ready in just 40 minutes. Imagine a dish so satisfying and easy to prepare that it'll become your new go-to recipe for those busy evenings when you want maximum flavor with minimal effort!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 2 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and break it up with a wooden spoon, cooking until browned and no pink remains, approximately 7-8 minutes.
- Drain excess fat from the ground beef, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the skillet to help with flavor and cooking.
- Add chopped onions to the skillet and sauté with the ground beef for 2-3 minutes until onions become translucent and slightly softened.
- Incorporate diced potatoes into the skillet, stirring to mix with the beef and onions. Spread the mixture evenly across the pan to ensure even cooking.
- Pour beef broth over the mixture, ensuring potatoes are mostly covered. Reduce heat to medium-low and cover the skillet with a lid.
- Simmer for approximately 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and have absorbed most of the broth.
- Add chopped green beans during the last 5 minutes of cooking to maintain their bright color and crisp texture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning as needed.
- Remove from heat and let the skillet rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together.
- Serve hot directly from the skillet, ensuring each portion has a mix of ground beef, potatoes, and green beans.
Tips
- Choose the right skillet: A cast-iron pan or a heavy-bottomed skillet works best for even heat distribution and perfect browning of the ground beef.
- Potato preparation matters: Dice potatoes into uniform, bite-sized pieces to ensure they cook evenly and become tender at the same time.
- Fat management: While draining excess fat, leave about a tablespoon in the pan to enhance flavor and help with cooking the vegetables.
- Broth tip: Use low-sodium beef broth to control the saltiness of the dish, allowing you to season to taste at the end.
- Green bean timing: Add green beans in the last 5 minutes of cooking to maintain their vibrant color and crisp texture.
- Seasoning secret: Don't be afraid to experiment with additional herbs like thyme or rosemary to elevate the flavor profile.
- Resting is crucial: Let the skillet rest for 2-3 minutes after cooking to allow flavors to meld and the dish to settle.Pro tip: This recipe is incredibly versatile - feel free to swap green beans with other vegetables like carrots or peas to suit your family's taste!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 60mg
