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Mexican Ground Beef and Potato Skillet

A quick and budget-friendly one-pan meal featuring smoky ground beef, tender potatoes, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 large potatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
Spices and Oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil For cooking
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish Optional

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until onions are translucent.
  3. Toss in the ground beef, cooking until it’s browned. Drain any excess fat.
  4. Stir in the diced potatoes, diced tomatoes, corn, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender.
  6. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

Serve this skillet dish straight from the pan, paired with crunchy tortilla chips or warm tortillas. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or frozen for 2-3 months.