Mexican Ground Beef and Potato Skillet
Mexican Ground Beef and Potato Skillet is a delightful one-pan meal that marries savory lean ground beef with tender potatoes and colorful vegetables, all infused with zesty taco spices. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, taking just 30 minutes from prep to plate. It’s highly customizable, allowing you to mix in your favorite veggies or use up leftovers. Serve it with your choice of toppings for a satisfying family dinner bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium potatoes (about 12 oz), diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Wash, peel (if desired), and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Chop the onion and bell peppers, and mince the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the skillet; cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in diced potatoes, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat evenly.
- Cover the skillet and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender, stirring occasionally.
- Serve warm with optional toppings like sour cream or fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 230g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For a healthier twist, substitute ground turkey or chicken for beef. - Add other vegetables such as zucchini or corn for extra nutrition. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.