ground beef skillet
A quick and easy one-pan ground beef skillet recipe, perfect for a weeknight dinner. Packed with flavor and simple ingredients.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 ounce, undrained
- 0.5 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juice) and beef broth. Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- If using, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top during the last few minutes of cooking. Cover until melted.
- Serve hot, as is or over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.
Notes
This recipe is very versatile. Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or corn. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.