introduction
This Country Ground Beef Skillet Dinner is a quick, warm meal you can make on busy nights. It uses simple ingredients you likely have on hand. If you like one-pan dinners, you may also enjoy a hearty stew with dumplings for cold nights: beef stew with dumplings.
why make this recipe
This dish is fast, filling, and uses cheap ingredients. It cooks in one skillet so you save time on dishes. The flavors are simple and familiar, and kids often like it.
how to make Country Ground Beef Skillet Dinner
Heat a skillet and cook onion and garlic first. Add the ground beef and brown it well. Stir in the mixed vegetables and pour in the beef broth. Season with salt, pepper, and dried herbs. Let it simmer until the sauce thickens a little. Serve over rice or pasta.
For a different protein or spice, try another quick skillet recipe for ideas like a stir-fry: Cajun chicken sausage stir-fry.
Ingredients :
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (like bell peppers, corn, and green beans)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (like thyme or oregano)
- Cooked rice or pasta (for serving)
Directions :
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon; cook until browned.
- Stir in mixed vegetables and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in the beef broth and season with salt, pepper, and dried herbs.
- Bring to a simmer and cook until heated through and slightly thickened, about 5-10 minutes.
- Serve over cooked rice or pasta.
how to serve Country Ground Beef Skillet Dinner
Spoon the skillet over warm rice or cooked pasta. Add a side salad or steamed green beans if you want more veggies. Top with a little grated cheese or fresh parsley for extra flavor.
how to store Country Ground Beef Skillet Dinner
Cool the skillet fully, then put it in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove over low heat or microwave until hot. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months; thaw in the fridge before reheating.
tips to make Country Ground Beef Skillet Dinner
- Use lean ground beef to reduce grease.
- Drain excess fat after browning if you want a less oily dish.
- Cut vegetables small so they cook evenly.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper at the end.
- If the sauce is thin, simmer a few minutes longer to reduce it.
variation (if any)
- Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken.
- Add potatoes cut small to make it more like a hash.
- Stir in a splash of soy sauce or Worcestershire for deeper flavor.
- Use frozen mixed vegetables to save prep time.
FAQs
Q: Can I use different vegetables?
A: Yes. Use what you have, like carrots, peas, or zucchini.
Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
A: Yes. Serve over rice or gluten-free pasta and check that your beef broth has no gluten ingredients.
Q: How long will leftovers keep?
A: In the fridge, eat within 3 days. In the freezer, use within 3 months.
Q: Can I add cheese?
A: Yes. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top when serving.
Q: Is this recipe spicy?
A: No. It uses mild dried herbs. Add chili flakes or hot sauce if you want heat.
Conclusion
This simple Country Ground Beef Skillet Dinner fills plates fast and tastes like home. For a similar country-style skillet you can compare variations and tips, see this tasty recipe for a country hamburger skillet: Country Hamburger Skillet Dinner from Norine’s Nest.
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Country Ground Beef Skillet Dinner
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Beef-Based
Description
A quick and hearty one-pan meal made with ground beef and mixed vegetables, perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (like bell peppers, corn, and green beans)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (like thyme or oregano)
- Cooked rice or pasta (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon; cook until browned.
- Stir in mixed vegetables and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in the beef broth and season with salt, pepper, and dried herbs.
- Bring to a simmer and cook until heated through and slightly thickened, about 5-10 minutes.
- Serve over cooked rice or pasta.
Notes
Use lean ground beef to reduce grease and drain excess fat after browning if desired. Add cheese on top when serving for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: beef skillet, one-pan meal, easy dinner, quick recipe