Description
Cheeseburger Skillet is the ultimate one-pan meal that captures the classic flavors of a juicy cheeseburger in a quick and easy dish. With tender ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, and melted cheddar cheese all harmoniously blended together, this comforting recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (85/15)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika or chili powder
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients by dicing the onion and bell peppers.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef until no longer pink (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add chopped onions and bell peppers; sauté for another 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in tomato sauce, mustard, ketchup, salt, pepper, and paprika/chili powder; mix well.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture; cover with a lid until cheese melts (about 2 minutes).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 230g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 975mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg