Description
Experience the heartwarming flavors of One Pot Ground Beef & Potatoes, a comforting dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This recipe combines tender ground beef, creamy potatoes, and vibrant vegetables, all cooked in a single pot for effortless preparation and minimal cleanup. With its savory spices and customizable ingredients, this one-pot meal is not only delicious but also nutritionally balanced, making it an ideal family dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 4 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, diced (about 2 lbs)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, heat a tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 3–4 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef. Cook until browned (about 5–7 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess grease if necessary.
- Stir in diced bell peppers and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Add diced potatoes and canned diced tomatoes with their juice to the pot. Pour in beef broth until all ingredients are covered.
- Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian herbs. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Let simmer for about 20–25 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Remove from heat and stir gently before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg