One-Pan Cheesy Meat & Potato Skillet
This One-Pan Cheesy Meat & Potato Skillet is the ultimate budget-friendly meal that’s both hearty and delicious! With savory ground meat, tender potatoes, and melted cheese, it’s a quick and easy dish that will become a family favorite! Perfect for teaching kids how to cook
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish, One-Pan Meals
- Method: Pan-Frying, Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground meat (beef, turkey, or sausage)
- 12 small potatoes (or as many as you want), diced
- 1 can cream soup (chicken, mushroom, or celery—your choice)
- ¾ cup milk (or substitute with water and sour cream)
- Salt, pepper, and any other seasonings you like
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat until browned. Drain any excess grease if needed.
- Cook the Potatoes: Add the diced potatoes to the pan, stirring occasionally until they’re tender. This takes about 10-15 minutes.
- Add Soup & Milk: Stir in the cream soup and milk (or substitute mixture). Mix well until everything is combined.
- Season & Melt Cheese: Add salt, pepper, and your favorite seasonings. Stir, then sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
- Serve & Enjoy: Let the cheese melt, then serve warm!
Notes
- Feel free to swap out the cream soup for your preferred flavor or even use a homemade cream sauce.
- You can also add veggies such as bell peppers or spinach for a more nutritious twist!
- This dish can be customized with any seasonings you love, from garlic powder to smoked paprika.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg