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One-Pan Cheesy Meat & Potato Skillet

A cozy, hearty one-pan dinner made with ground meat, tender potatoes, and melted cheese — quick, comforting, and family-friendly.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

Cookie Batter
  • 4 cups diced potatoes
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it apart.
  3. Stir in diced onion and garlic; cook until softened.
  4. Add diced potatoes, salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
  5. Cover skillet and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove lid and cook 5–7 more minutes to crisp potatoes.
  7. Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top and cover until melted.
  8. Serve hot with optional toppings.

Notes

For extra crispiness, do not overcrowd the pan when browning meat.