Healthy Ground Beef & Potato Skillet

 

Healthy Ground Beef & Potato Skillet

Why it’s healthy

• Uses lean protein for muscle and energy

• Potatoes provide fiber, potassium, and long-lasting carbs

• One-pan meal = less oil, less mess

Ingredients (serves 3–4)

• 1 lb lean ground beef (90% lean or higher)

• 3 medium potatoes, diced (leave skin on for extra fiber)

• 1 small onion, diced

• 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp salt (or to taste)

• Optional: chili flakes or cumin for extra flavor

• Optional topping: fresh parsley or green onions

Instructions

1. Cook the potatoes

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced potatoes and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and tender.

2. Add veggies

   Stir in onion and bell pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.

3. Brown the beef

   Push everything to one side of the pan. Add ground beef, break it up, and cook until browned (about 6–8 minutes).

4. Season & combine

   Add paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and any optional spices. Mix everything together and cook for 2–3 more minutes.

5. Serve

   Top with fresh herbs if you like. Serve on its own or with a side salad.

Easy healthy upgrades

• Add spinach or kale at the end for extra greens

• Swap half the potatoes for sweet potatoes

• Use ground turkey if you want it even leaner