Heart-Healthy Savory Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet
Whip up a comforting and nutritious dinner with this Heart-Healthy Savory Ground Beef and Potatoes Skillet! This one-pan recipe combines lean ground beef, tender Yukon Gold potatoes, and a medley of vibrant veggies, all simmered in a flavorful low-sodium beef broth seasoned with paprika and thyme. Designed to be quick and easy, it’s ready in just 45 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknight meals while keeping health-conscious eaters in mind. Packed with protein, hearty starches, and plenty of nutrients, this skillet dish is a deliciously balanced meal that’s both satisfying and guilt-free. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an appealing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground beef (95% lean)
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (cut into 1/2 inch cubes)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion (chopped)
- 1 large Red bell pepper (chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Low-sodium beef broth
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Remove the beef from the skillet and drain any excess fat.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and heat over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper, sautéing until the vegetables become soft, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Introduce the cubed potatoes to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the vegetable mixture. Add the low-sodium beef broth, salt, pepper, paprika, and dried thyme.
Cover the skillet and bring the mixture to a simmer. Allow it to cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and have absorbed most of the broth.
Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet and mix well with the potatoes and vegetables. Cook for another 3-5 minutes to heat through.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1283 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.7 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 1684 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.6 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 133.6 g | 267% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2860 mg | 61% | |
*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.
