Quick Skillet Hamburger Hash

This classic comfort food transforms humble ingredients into a satisfying meal with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights, this budget-friendly recipe comes together in just 30 minutes and is ideal for using up ingredients you already have on hand.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Hamburger Hash, Ground Beef, Skillet Meal, One Pot, Comfort Food

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Servings: servings

Calories: 425kcal

Equipment

Large Cast-Iron Skillet
Wooden Spoon

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 pound ground beef 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio works best
3 russet potatoes diced into ½-inch cubes (about 3 cups)
1 onion medium, diced
1 bell pepper any color, diced
2 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

Seasonings

1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
salt and black pepper to taste
1/4 cup beef broth or water in a pinch

Optional Toppings

1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Add the ground beef to the hot skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Season with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Brown for 5-7 minutes until no pink remains.
Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the onions begin to soften and turn translucent.
Add the minced garlic and continue cooking for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet along with the diced potatoes. Sprinkle in the paprika, thyme, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir everything together to coat the potatoes.
Pour in the beef broth, stir to combine.
Cover the skillet and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are fork-tender. Add additional broth if mixture seems dry.
Once potatoes are tender, uncover and increase heat to medium-high. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to crisp up the bottom layer slightly.
If using cheese, sprinkle it over the top, then cover for 1 minute to melt.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

• For a healthier version, use 93% lean ground beef or ground turkey
• Try sweet potatoes instead of russet for a nutritious twist
• Add more vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini to increase nutritional value
• Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months
• For a complete meal, serve with a fried egg on top or a side salad

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