Cowboy Food
Saddle up for a hearty and flavorful skillet dinner with this "Cowboy Food" recipe—your go-to meal for ultimate comfort and rustic charm. Packed with crispy bacon, savory ground beef, golden-brown potatoes, smoky baked beans, and a generous drizzle of tangy barbecue sauce, this dish is a celebration of bold, down-home flavors. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and seasoned with garlic and onions, every bite bursts with rich, comforting goodness. This one-pan wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a hungry crowd, and it comes together in just 50 minutes. Serve it straight from the skillet for an authentic cowboy-style dining experience that's sure to satisfy. Perfect for fans of hearty dinners and one-skillet meals, this recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves combining classic ingredients into a robust meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 medium russet potatoes
- 1 large onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 15 ounces canned baked beans
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Start by preparing the ingredients: dice the potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the diced potatoes to the skillet. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and tender. Remove the potatoes and set them aside.
Add the cooking oil to the skillet if needed, and sauté the chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Season with salt and pepper and cook until fully browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease if necessary.
Stir in the canned baked beans and barbecue sauce, mixing everything well. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5 minutes to combine flavors.
Return the cooked potatoes to the skillet and gently fold them into the mixture. Crumble the crispy bacon on top.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the skillet. Cover and let it cook on low for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Serve hot directly from the skillet for an authentic cowboy-style experience. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
873 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.2 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 118 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 2055 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.5 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.0 g | ||
| Protein | 39.6 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1447 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
