Irresistible 4-Ingredient Chili Cheese Potato Skillet Recipe
A hearty one-pan meal with crispy potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheese. Perfect for a quick and comforting dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
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- 4 cups diced potatoes (peeled or unpeeled)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup canned diced tomatoes (drained)
- 1 cup canned chili beans or kidney beans (optional)
- 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Sour cream (for topping)
- Sliced jalapeños & green onions (for garnish)
- Optional: dash of smoked paprika
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced potatoes and cook until golden and tender.
- Brown the ground beef with onions and garlic in the same skillet. Drain excess fat. Stir in tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Mix cooked potatoes into the beef mixture and stir evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar over the skillet, cover with a lid, and let it melt for 2–3 minutes.
- Top with sour cream, jalapeños, green onions, and a sprinkle of paprika. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use precooked potatoes to save time.
- Swap ground beef for turkey or plant-based meat for a lighter version.
- Add extra veggies like bell peppers if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg