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Ground Beef Potato Enchilada Skillet Casserole Recipe

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This Ground Beef Potato Casserole is a flavorful and hearty dish combining seasoned ground beef, tender diced Yukon Gold potatoes, poblano peppers, and green chiles, all baked in a mild enchilada sauce and topped with melted cheese. Perfect for a comforting family dinner, this easy-to-make casserole blends Mexican-inspired spices and fresh ingredients for a satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 47 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Spices & Seasonings

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Meat & Vegetables

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1/4 inch dice
  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
  • 1 poblano pepper, seeded and diced
  • 4 ounces diced green chiles
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (plus extra for garnish)

Other Ingredients

  • 15 ounces mild green enchilada sauce (such as Hatch or Siete Foods)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (Colby Jack, Monterey Jack, or cheddar cheese)

Instructions

  1. Prepare spice blend: In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and kosher salt. Set aside.
  2. Cook ground beef: Heat 1/2 tablespoon olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and crumble it while cooking. Season with half of the spice blend. Cook for 5-7 minutes until beef is fully cooked. Remove beef from skillet and set aside on a plate.
  3. Cook vegetables: Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add diced potatoes, onion, poblano pepper, and the remaining spice blend. Cook, stirring frequently, for 10-12 minutes until potatoes are tender. If mixture starts to stick or brown too quickly, add a few tablespoons of water as needed.
  4. Add herbs and chiles: Once potatoes are tender, stir in chopped cilantro and diced green chiles until evenly combined.
  5. Combine beef and sauce: Return cooked ground beef to the skillet. Pour in the mild green enchilada sauce, stirring to coat all ingredients thoroughly.
  6. Add cheese and bake: Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly on top of the mixture. Cover the skillet with foil and bake in preheated 375° F oven for 15 minutes.
  7. Broil cheese: Remove foil, turn oven setting to broil. Bake an additional 3-5 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and starting to brown.
  8. Garnish and serve: Remove casserole from oven, garnish with extra chopped cilantro, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use an oven-safe skillet (like cast iron) to cook and bake in the same pan for easy cleanup.
  • If you prefer spicier, increase chili powder or add diced jalapeños.
  • Adjust salt level according to taste, especially if using salted enchilada sauce.
  • For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with plant-based crumbles or cooked beans.
  • If potatoes start sticking during cooking, adding water helps prevent burning and promote even cooking.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 37 minutes
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/ground-beef-potato-enchilada-skillet-casserole-recipe/