Quick Beef Skillet

Elevate weeknight dinners with our Quick Beef Skillet, a one-pan wonder that's hearty, flavorful, and ready in just 30 minutes! Featuring tender ground beef, a vibrant medley of diced red bell peppers, zucchini, and onion, this easy recipe is enhanced with the bold flavors of cumin, paprika, and oregano. Simmered to perfection with juicy canned tomatoes and rich tomato paste, it's an ultra-satisfying dish that feels both comforting and wholesome. Top it off with melty cheddar cheese and fresh parsley for a burst of freshness, and serve it on its own or over rice, quinoa, or pasta for a customizable meal. Perfect for busy nights, this quick skillet dinner is a delicious way to enjoy nourishing ingredients with minimal cleanup! Keywords: quick beef skillet recipe, one-pan dinner, easy ground beef recipes, quick weeknight meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5–7 minutes. Drain any excess grease if needed.

Step 5

Stir in the diced red bell pepper and zucchini. Cook for 3–4 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 6

Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), tomato paste, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the skillet and cover with a lid until the cheese has melted, about 2 minutes.

Step 9

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm on its own or over rice, quinoa, or pasta for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1366.7 grams (1366.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1600

Total Fat 115.10g	148%
Saturated Fat 46.70g	234%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 361mg	120%
Sodium 3818mg	166%
Total Carbohydrate 55.80g	20%
Dietary Fiber 14.20g	51%
Total Sugars 30.40g
Protein 101.40g	203%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 649mg	50%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 3236mg	69%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.2%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 13.4%