Classic Quick Ground Beef Skillet Dinner
A quick and easy one-pan meal featuring ground beef, vegetables, and a savory tomato sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this skillet dish is flavorful and satisfying.
Equipment
- large skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 chopped medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 chopped bell pepper (any color)
- 1 can (14.5 ounce) diced tomatoes undrained
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked pasta or rice optional, for serving
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet and brown the ground beef, breaking it apart, then drain excess grease.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until the onion softens, then stir in the chopped bell pepper and cook for another few minutes.
- Pour in undrained diced tomatoes and beef broth, then stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes to meld flavors and tenderize vegetables.
- If desired, stir in cooked pasta or rice until warmed through, then garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
This recipe is highly versatile; feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the Italian seasoning. Serve with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal.