Ground Beef Skillet

Here’s a quick, flavorful Ground Beef Skillet that’s perfect for busy weeknights and uses simple ingredients 🍳

Easy Ground Beef Skillet (Serves 4)

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 1 cup cooked rice or potatoes (optional)
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp cumin or Italian seasoning
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) – optional
• Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish

Instructions

1. Brown the Beef
   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
   • Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart.
   • Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Add Aromatics
   • Stir in onion and garlic; cook 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add Veggies & Seasoning
   • Add bell pepper, tomatoes, paprika, cumin/Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
   • Simmer 5–7 minutes until vegetables soften.
4. Make It Hearty
   • Stir in cooked rice or potatoes if using.
   • Cook another 3–5 minutes until heated through.
5. Finish & Serve
   • Sprinkle cheese on top, cover skillet, and let melt.
   • Garnish and serve hot.

Variations

• 🌮 Tex-Mex: Add taco seasoning, corn, and black beans
• 🍝 Italian: Add marinara sauce and serve over pasta
• 🥬 Low-carb: Swap rice for zucchini or cauliflower rice
• 🍳 Breakfast Skillet: Top with fried or scrambled eggs

If you’d like, I can share a 15-minute one-pan version, a healthy high-protein option, or a kid-friendly cheesy skillet.