Easy Cheesy Skillet
Discover the ultimate weeknight dinner hero with this Easy Cheesy Skillet recipe—your one-pan solution for a comforting, hearty meal in just 35 minutes! Packed with savory ground beef, tender elbow macaroni, and a medley of rich flavors like garlic, paprika, and oregano, this dish is simmered to perfection in a flavorful beef broth and topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese. The convenience of cooking everything in a single skillet means minimal cleanup, while the optional parsley garnish adds a fresh, vibrant touch. Ideal for busy families or quick dinner fixes, this cheesy skillet wonder delivers big on taste and is sure to become a household favorite. Perfect for keywords like "one-pan dinner," "skillet meals," and "easy cheesy recipes," your search for the perfect comfort food ends here!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
- 2.5 cups beef broth
- 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant and the onion is softened.
Stir in the uncooked elbow macaroni, beef broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato paste, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the dish. Cover the skillet again for 2-3 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy your Easy Cheesy Skillet!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2922 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.3 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.1 g | 410% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 563 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 6847 mg | 298% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.0 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.7 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.3 g | ||
| Protein | 177.2 g | 354% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1953 mg | 150% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 3100 mg | 66% | |
*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.
