Sizzling Mexican Ground Beef Skillet for Easy Weeknight Dinners

A quick and easy weeknight dinner featuring Mexican Ground Beef, tender potatoes, and zesty flavors that will delight the whole family.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Skillet

2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Cooking fat for sautéing; substitute with olive oil or vegetable oil if desired.
1 pound Potatoes Cut into 1/2 inch cubes; offers creaminess, but you can use red or sweet potatoes as alternatives.
1 pound Lean Ground Beef Use 90% lean or leaner to avoid excess grease.
1/2 cup Yellow Onion Diced; adds sweetness and aromatic flavor, can be replaced with white or red onions if preferred.
1 Red Bell Pepper Diced; adds sweetness and color, replaceable with any color bell pepper or zucchini for a different taste.

For the Flavoring

Kosher Salt & Black Pepper To taste; essential for enhancing flavors, adjust according to your preference.
4 ounces Diced Green Chiles Offers a mild heat, choose mild or hot based on spice tolerance.
2 1/2 teaspoons Chili Powder Adds warmth and depth, blend with cayenne for more heat if desired.
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Provides earthiness; coriander makes a great flavor substitute.
1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adds a smoky element, use regular paprika if smoked is unavailable.
1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped; offers fresh herbal notes, and feel free to omit if it's not your favorite.

For the Topping

1/2 cup Shredded Cheese Choose cheddar, colby jack, or pepper jack for added flavor.

Equipment

large skillet

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add 1 pound of cubed potatoes to the skillet and sauté for about 5-6 minutes.
Push the cooked potatoes to one side of the skillet, then add 1 pound of lean ground beef.
Add 1/2 cup of diced yellow onion and 1 diced red bell pepper to the skillet.
Next, stir in 4 ounces of diced green chiles, along with 2 1/2 teaspoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika.
Once the beef is fully cooked and the potatoes are tender, sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheese over the top.
Finally, remove the skillet from heat and garnish with 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

This dish is not ideal for freezing, as the potatoes may turn mealy when thawed. Enjoy it fresh for the best texture!

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