Description
A quick and easy family dinner that combines the classic flavors of a cheeseburger with creamy potatoes in a single skillet, requiring minimal cleanup and just 30-35 minutes of cooking time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 recommended)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 1.5 lbs baby red or Yukon Gold potatoes, sliced thinly (1/8 inch)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 2 tbsp pickle relish (optional)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Pinch of paprika
Instructions
- Wash and thinly slice the baby potatoes. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and diced onion, breaking up the beef with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and onions are translucent. Drain excess grease if necessary, leaving some for flavor.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir in ketchup, mustard, and pickle relish. Simmer for 2 minutes to meld flavors.
- Layer sliced potatoes over the beef mixture. Pour beef broth over the top, ensuring potatoes are mostly submerged. Cover the skillet with a lid.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, checking occasionally to ensure liquid isn’t evaporating too quickly. Potatoes should be tender when pierced with a fork.
- Remove the lid and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover again and let sit for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the casserole to set. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For best results, slice potatoes uniformly for even cooking. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving to prevent a soupy texture. Shred your own cheese to avoid anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting. If using lean turkey instead of beef, add extra broth and soy sauce for flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
Keywords: cheeseburger casserole, one skillet dinner, easy family meal, ground beef recipe, quick weeknight dinner, comfort food