This Southwest Ground Beef Potatoes dish transforms simple pantry staples into a satisfying one-skillet meal bursting with bold flavors. The combination of seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and warming spices like cumin and chili powder creates a hearty base that’s topped with melted cheddar and fresh cilantro. It’s the kind of versatile comfort food that works equally well for dinner or hearty breakfast.
If you love Southwest flavors, you’ll also enjoy our Mexican Street Corn Tacos with their bold, spicy profile. For another satisfying potato-based dish, try the Loaded Baked Potato Casserole. It delivers that same hearty, cheesy satisfaction that makes this ground beef and potato combination so irresistible.
Southwest Ground Beef Potatoes
Southwest Ground Beef Potatoes combines seasoned ground beef with tender diced potatoes, warm spices, and melted cheddar cheese for a hearty, flavorful one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
4
servings15
minutes30
minutes530
kcal45
minutesIngredients
1 lb ground beef
2 large russet potatoes
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp paprika
0.5 tsp salt
0.25 tsp black pepper
0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tbsp fresh cilantro
Directions
- Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes, then finely chop the onion and garlic cloves for cooking.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onions and garlic until they are softened.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned throughout.
- Stir in the diced potatoes, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, ensuring all ingredients are mixed well.
- Cover the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until the potatoes are tender.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture, then cover and let it melt, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving and enjoy your delicious Southwest Ground Beef Potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
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