Best 5 Potato Topped Ground Beef Skillet Recipes

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Indulge in the hearty and comforting Potato-Topped Ground Beef Skillet, a culinary symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features a layer of savory ground beef, seasoned to perfection and simmered in a rich and flavorful sauce. The beef is then topped with a layer of thinly sliced potatoes, which are roasted until golden brown and crispy. The combination of tender ground beef and crispy potatoes creates a harmonious balance of flavors and textures that is sure to satisfy. Served over a bed of steamed broccoli or your favorite sides, this skillet dish is a complete meal that is easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Explore variations of this classic recipe, including a cheesy version with melted cheddar or mozzarella cheese, a spicy version with diced jalapeños and chili powder, or a vegetarian version with crumbled tofu or lentils instead of ground beef. Whichever variation you choose, the Potato-Topped Ground Beef Skillet is sure to become a family favorite.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY GROUND BEEF AND POTATOES



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This dish is best described as comfort food. With the cheesy ground beef layered atop a bed of buttery potatoes, you will keep coming back for more. I use a mandolin to thinly slice the potatoes.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Ground Beef Casserole

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

nonstick cooking spray
3 cups thinly sliced, peeled potatoes
2 tablespoons butter, melted
½ teaspoon salt
1 pound ground beef
1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
½ cup milk
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • Place sliced potatoes in a large bowl. Pour melted butter over top and sprinkle with salt; mix until potatoes are thoroughly coated. Line the bottom and sides of the prepared baking dish with potatoes, overlapping as needed.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are fork-tender, about 30 minutes.
  • While the potatoes are baking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Transfer beef to a large bowl and add condensed soup, 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese, and milk. Season with salt and pepper and mix until well combined.
  • Remove potatoes from the oven. Pour beef mixture over top and return to the oven. Bake until heated through, about 15 minutes. Sprinkle remaining Cheddar over top and bake until melted, 4 to 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 779.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 168.5 mg, Fat 58.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 36.4 g, SaturatedFat 28.2 g, Sodium 1182.8 mg

POTATO-TOPPED GROUND BEEF SKILLET



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Compared to other ground beef skillet recipes, the depth of flavor in this recipe is amazing, and I never have leftovers when I take it to potlucks. I love recipes that I can cook and serve in the same skillet. If your butcher has chili grind beef, which is coarsely ground, go for that; it lends an extra meaty texture. -Fay Moreland, Wichita Falls, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
4 medium carrots, sliced
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons herbes de Provence
1-1/4 cups dry red wine or reduced-sodium beef broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth
1-1/4 pounds red potatoes (about 4 medium), cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a 12-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook and crumble beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes. Stir in salt and pepper; remove from pan., In same pan, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute onion, carrots, mushrooms and garlic until onion is tender, 4-6 minutes. Stir in flour and herbs; cook 1 minute. Stir in wine; bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Add beef and broth; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until flavors are blended, about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat., Meanwhile, place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-12 minutes. Drain; cool slightly., Preheat broiler. Arrange potatoes over stew, overlapping slightly; brush lightly with oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, then cheese. Broil 5-6 in. from heat until potatoes are lightly browned, 6-8 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 459mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MEAT AND POTATO SKILLET GRATIN



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This hearty, wintry dish is a cross between a shepherd's pie and potato gratin. It's got a layer of browned ground beef spiked with onions, sage and spinach on the bottom, with a luscious, cheese- and cream-slathered root vegetable topping that turns golden and crisp-edged in the oven. If you aren't a rutabaga fan, you can use all potatoes, or a combination of white and sweet potatoes. This gratin reheats very well, so feel free to make it ahead and reheat it uncovered in a 350-degree oven. And although it qualifies as a one-pan meal (with meat, green vegetable and starch altogether), a fresh and tangy green salad on the side would round things out nicely.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 garlic cloves
1 cup heavy cream
2 thyme branches
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, more as needed
1 pound ground lean beef
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, more as needed
Black pepper, as needed
1 cup thinly sliced onion
3 ounces baby spinach (3 packed cups)
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 pound rutabaga
1/2 pound russet potatoes
4 ounces Gruyère, grated (1 cup)

Steps:

  • Crush and peel 2 garlic cloves. In a small pot over medium heat, combine cream, the crushed garlic, the thyme and 1/2 tablespoon sage. Bring to a simmer; cook until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 30 minutes. Strain and cool.
  • While cream cools, heat oil in an ovenproof 10-inch skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high heat. Add half the beef and brown well, crumbling with a fork as it cooks. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper; transfer meat to a paper-towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining meat, 1/4 teaspoon salt and the pepper.
  • Add onion to pan drippings (drizzle with oil if pan seems dry). Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are tender and golden, about 10 minutes. Peel and chop remaining 2 garlic cloves; add to pan with remaining sage. Return meat to skillet. Toss in spinach, a handful at a time, until wilted. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, the Worcestershire and pepper to taste.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Peel rutabaga and cut in half. Slice each half crosswise into 1/8-inch-thick slices. Peel potatoes and cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Layer half the rutabaga and potato slices over meat, alternating between rutabaga and potato, with slices overlapping one another. Season lightly with salt and pepper; top with half the cheese. Repeat with remaining vegetables and cheese. Spoon reduced cream evenly over top.
  • Cover pan tightly with foil and bake until vegetables are very tender, 60 to 75 minutes. Uncover and cook until golden brown, about 10 minutes more. Cool 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 410, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 26 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 499 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

GROUND BEEF AND POTATO CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Ground Beef and Potato Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Andi Longmeadow Farm

Categories     Potato

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 medium white potatoes (pared, and sliced very thin)
1 lb lean ground beef
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup celery, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon celery leaves (fresh or dried optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (spicy optional)
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
3/4 cup milk (add a little more if needed)
1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
1 pinch paprika
grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Spray a baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Preheat oven 375 degrees.
  • Spray a large skillet with cooking spray and brown ground beef.
  • Drain ground beef, if necessary.
  • Add onions and celery to same skillet and cook until soft, adding rest of spice ingredients through pepper flakes. Stir well. But in a bowl and set to the side.
  • In same skillet, melt butter (or use 1 tablespoon of leftover grease from browning ground beef). Add flour to butter, stirring for one minute over medium-high heat.
  • Gradually add milk and cook till bubbly and thickened.
  • Add cheese, nutmeg, salt, pepper, and chili powder continue to stir until melted.
  • Spoon 1/4 cup of the ground beef mixture and spread evenly on bottom of a baking dish.
  • Add 1 layer of potatoes.
  • Alternate ground beef mixture, then potatoes until completely used.
  • Pour cheese sauce over ground beef and potato mixture.
  • Top with a pinch of paprika and grated cheese.
  • Bake for 1 hour, or until potatoes and beef are bubbly and done.

SKILLET BEEF AND POTATOES



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Sirloin strips with red potatoes and fresh rosemary are seriously amazing and ready in a flash. The key is precooking potatoes in the microwave to speed the process. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 pounds red potatoes (about 5 medium), halved and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/3 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons garlic pepper blend
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary

Steps:

  • Place potatoes, water and salt in a microwave-safe dish; microwave, covered, on high until potatoes are tender, 7-9 minutes. Drain. , Meanwhile, toss beef with onion, 2 tablespoons oil and pepper blend. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the beef mixture; cook and stir until beef is browned, 1-2 minutes. Remove from pan; repeat with remaining beef mixture., In a clean skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add potatoes; cook potatoes until lightly browned, 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally. Stir in beef mixture; heat through. Sprinkle with rosemary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 487mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • For a crispy potato topping, use a mandoline slicer to cut the potatoes into thin, even slices.
  • If you don't have a mandoline slicer, you can use a sharp knife to cut the potatoes into thin slices. Just be careful not to cut yourself.
  • To prevent the potatoes from sticking to the skillet, make sure the skillet is hot before adding the potatoes.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet with potatoes. If you do, they won't cook evenly.
  • Season the potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cook the potatoes until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, brown the ground beef in a separate skillet.
  • Once the ground beef is browned, drain it and return it to the skillet.
  • Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet with the ground beef and cook until the vegetables are softened.
  • Season the ground beef and vegetable mixture with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings.
  • Pour the ground beef and vegetable mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Top the ground beef and vegetable mixture with the cooked potatoes.
  • Bake the casserole in a preheated 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are heated through.

Conclusion:

Potato-Topped Ground Beef Skillet is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own tastes. For example, you can add different vegetables to the ground beef and vegetable mixture, or you can use a different type of cheese to top the casserole. No matter how you make it, Potato-Topped Ground Beef Skillet is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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