Best 8 Easy Goulash Skillet Recipes

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Indulge in the comforting and flavorful world of goulash, a hearty stew with origins in Hungary. This versatile dish can be easily prepared in a skillet, making it a convenient and delicious meal option. Discover three variations of this classic recipe, each offering a unique twist on the traditional goulash.

1. **Classic Hungarian Goulash:** Embark on a culinary journey to Hungary with this authentic goulash recipe. Simmer tender beef, paprika, and aromatic vegetables in a rich broth for a dish that captures the essence of Hungarian cuisine.

2. **Easy Weeknight Goulash:** Short on time? This simplified goulash is perfect for busy weeknights. With ground beef as the protein of choice and a streamlined ingredient list, this recipe delivers a satisfying goulash experience without compromising on flavor.

3. **Loaded Veggie Goulash:** For those seeking a plant-based alternative, this loaded veggie goulash offers a hearty and flavorful meal. A medley of vegetables, including bell peppers, mushrooms, and carrots, takes center stage, simmered in a flavorful broth for a nutritious and delicious dish.

No matter your dietary preferences or cooking skill level, these three goulash recipes provide an easy and enjoyable way to savor this classic dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY GOULASH RECIPE



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This Ground Beef Goulash Recipe is a quick and easy one pan dinner that's pure comfort food.

Provided by Shawn

Categories     Main Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tbsp olive oil
1 cup onion (diced )
1 green bell pepper (diced)
2 lbs. ground beef (lean)
3 tsp garlic (minced )
2 15 oz cans tomato sauce
2 15 oz cans petite diced tomatoes
3 cups beef broth
3 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
2 tsp seasoned salt
2 tbsp Italian Seasoning
3 bay leaves
2 cups macaroni noodles (uncooked)
1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded )

Steps:

  • Add olive oil to large pot over medium-high heat. Add in the onion, bell pepper and ground beef then cook until beef is no longer pink. Drain any excess fat and return pot to stove top. Add in garlic and stir until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  • Pour in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, Italian seasoning, bay leaves and dried macaroni noodles. Stir and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a light boil and stir occasionally until the pasta is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove the bay leaves and stir in the cheddar cheese just before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 kcal, Sugar 2 g, Sodium 918 mg, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22 g, Cholesterol 76 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY CLASSIC GOULASH



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This version of classic American beef goulash makes an easy one-pot meal for the whole family. We love it.

Provided by Dawn Bohler

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds lean ground beef
2 large yellow onions, chopped
6 cloves garlic, chopped
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
3 cups water
½ cup sofrito sauce (such as Goya®)
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon seasoned salt, or to taste
3 bay leaves
2 ½ cups uncooked elbow macaroni

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot pot until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes; drain and discard grease. Stir onion and garlic into beef; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water, sofrito, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, seasoned salt, and bay leaves into beef mixture. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors blend, about 20 minutes.
  • Pour macaroni into beef mixture, cover the pot, and continue simmering until pasta is tender and flavors are completely blended, about 25 minutes. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.4 calories, Carbohydrate 41.5 g, Cholesterol 68.6 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 1270.8 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

COUNTRY GOULASH SKILLET



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I've found that basic recipes like this never go out of style. My homegrown onions, peppers and corn make every bite extra-special.-Lisa Neubert, South Ogden, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
1 can (28 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2 cups fresh or frozen corn
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
3 cups cooked elbow macaroni

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, soup, corn, green pepper, onion and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in macaroni and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 501mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

EASY ONE-POT AMERICAN GOULASH



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Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Dinner     Recipes

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds ground beef
1 large yellow onion (chopped)
1 green bell pepper
3 cloves garlic (chopped)
3 cups water (or two cans of beef broth)
2 (15-ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
2 tbsp dried Italian herb seasoning
1 tbsp seasoned salt
2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)

Steps:

  • Cook 2 pounds of ground beef in a Dutch oven or large, heavy saucepan until meat is no longer pink. Usually takes about 10 minutes. Afterwards, drain the grease from the pan.
  • Add the onion, garlic, and green bell pepper. Cook until onions are translucent.
  • Add the water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and salt. Mix well. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes. Stirring occasionally.
  • Add the uncooked elbow macaroni. Stir well. Cover once again and allow everything to simmer for about 30 minutes.
  • Enjoy! Top with shredded cheese right before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 cal

GOULASH



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This goulash recipe is made in American style, using ground beef, onions, garlic, tomatoes, and spices.

Categories     weeknight meals     comfort food     dinner     main dish

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tbsp. olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 lb. ground beef
1 (15 oz.) can beef broth
1 (15 oz). can tomato sauce
1 (15 oz.) can diced tomatoes
1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. seasoned salt
2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
1 tbsp. ground paprika
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
2 c. elbow macaroni
1 c. sharp cheddar cheese, grated
Chopped fresh herbs, like parsley, chives, or dill, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the oil in a large dutch oven or pot and place over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the onion and cook until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 more minute. Add the ground beef, breaking it up into little pieces with a wooden spoon, and cook until no pink remains, about 5 minutes. If a lot of liquid or fat remain in the skillet, drain most and discard.
  • Add the beef broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, 1/2 cup water, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, Italian seasoning, paprika and ground black pepper. Stir to combine and return to a simmer.
  • Add the macaroni and return the pot to a simmer once again. Reduce heat to medium low and cook for about 12 minutes, until the macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat and fold in the cheese. Stir until it is completely melted into the sauce. Serve topped with chopped herbs, if desired.

SKILLET GOULASH



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Make and share this Skillet Goulash recipe from Food.com.

Provided by fame26

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (16 ounce) can tomatoes, undrained
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/8 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 1/2 cups uncooked egg noodles

Steps:

  • Cook ground beef and onion in 10 inch skillet, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients; break up tomatoes.
  • Heat to boiling: reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender.
  • (Add small amount of water if necessary.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.2, Fat 17.9, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 89.1, Sodium 965.6, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 4.6, Protein 24.5

CLASSIC GOULASH



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Easy recipe for making a classic goulash. Can also be done in a slow cooker. Inspired by Paula Deen's Bobby's Goulash.

Provided by pathunt

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Goulash Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds lean ground beef
2 large yellow onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
3 cups water
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons dried Italian herb seasoning
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon seasoned salt, or to taste
2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni

Steps:

  • Cook and stir the ground beef in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, breaking the meat up as it cooks, until the meat is no longer pink and has started to brown, about 10 minutes. Skim off excess fat, and stir in the onions and garlic. Cook and stir the meat mixture until the onions are translucent, about 10 more minutes.
  • Stir water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, soy sauce, Italian seasoning, bay leaves, and seasoned salt into the meat mixture and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir macaroni into the mixture, cover, and simmer over low heat until the pasta is tender, about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, discard bay leaves, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 74.3 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 1466.1 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

EASY GOULASH SKILLET



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This hearty, healthy meal is quick to make with items on hand. Ground beef is cooked in a tomato sauce with kidney beans and vegetables, then mixed with macaroni. Any vegetable can be used for the corn and celery, depending on your preferences.

Provided by Tee Lee

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces whole wheat macaroni (or other small pasta like bowtie or rotini)
1 lb lean ground beef or 1 lb ground turkey
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 stalk celery, sliced
1/2 cup frozen sweet corn
1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 tablespoon paprika
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to directions on package, reserving a little bit of pasta water.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat, add ground beef and cook about 5 minutes, until meat is not quite cooked through.
  • Add onion and garlic, and saute about 2 minutes.
  • Add celery, corn and kidney beans, cook about 2 minutes, or until corn is thawed.
  • Stir in tomato paste, add diced tomatoes, italian seasoning and paprika.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer 5-10 minutes to let flavors combine.
  • Stir cooked macaroni and reserved pasta water into beef and tomato mixture and serve.
  • Top with shredded cheese if desired.

Tips:

  • Use a large skillet or Dutch oven to ensure that the goulash has enough space to simmer and thicken.
  • Brown the beef in batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure that it cooks evenly.
  • Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and texture to the goulash, such as carrots, celery, onions, and bell peppers.
  • Add a splash of red wine or beer to enhance the flavor of the goulash.
  • Simmer the goulash for at least 30 minutes, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Conclusion:

This easy goulash skillet is a hearty and flavorful meal that can be easily prepared in under an hour. With its tender beef, colorful vegetables, and rich sauce, this goulash is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Serve it with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a comforting dish to warm you up on a cold day, this goulash skillet is the perfect choice.

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