Description
A comforting and hearty Sloppy Joe Potato Skillet combining seasoned ground beef, sautéed vegetables, hash brown potatoes, and a tangy tomato-based sauce, all topped with melted cheddar cheese for a satisfying one-pan meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups frozen hash brown potatoes
Sauce
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings and Garnish
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the Skillet: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil to prepare for cooking the beef.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon for about 5-7 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Sauté Onion and Bell Pepper: Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet with the beef and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened, enhancing the flavor base.
- Add Hash Brown Potatoes: Stir in the frozen hash brown potatoes and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and allow partial cooking.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine tomato sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, garlic powder, and mustard powder to make the flavorful Sloppy Joe sauce.
- Combine Sauce with Beef Mixture: Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and potato mixture in the skillet and stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Season and Simmer: Season with salt and pepper to taste, then reduce heat to low and let the skillet simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to meld flavors.
- Add Cheese and Melt: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top, cover the skillet, and cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and gooey.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve the Sloppy Joe Potato Skillet hot for a delicious meal.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the sauce mixture.
- You can substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat for a lighter or vegetarian alternative.
- If fresh parsley is unavailable, you can garnish with chopped green onions or omit garnish altogether.
- Ensure the skillet is covered properly when melting the cheese for best results.
- Frozen hash browns can be replaced with fresh diced potatoes, but increase cooking time accordingly.
