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French Onion Chicken Orzo Casserole

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One-Pan Cheesy Meat & Potato Skillet is a hearty, comforting dish made with seasoned ground meat, tender potatoes, and melty cheese, all cooked together in a single skillet for easy cleanup and a satisfying meal.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef, turkey, or sausage
  • 4 cups potatoes, diced (Yukon Gold, Russet, or red)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika or smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
  • Optional: 1 bell pepper, diced
  • Optional: 1 cup fresh spinach
  • Optional: green onions or hot sauce for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add diced potatoes and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and mostly tender. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano.
  3. Push the potatoes to one side of the skillet and add ground meat and chopped onions. Cook until the meat is browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spoon.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  5. Mix everything together in the skillet until well combined.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top, cover the skillet, and let it melt for 2–3 minutes.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions or a drizzle of hot sauce if desired, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use frozen diced potatoes as a shortcut—just pre-cook them as directed.
  • Sharp cheddar, mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or Colby cheese all melt well and add great flavor.
  • Customize with veggies like bell peppers or spinach.
  • For a Tex-Mex variation, use taco seasoning and pepper jack cheese.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge.
  • Reheat in a skillet or microwave with a splash of water or broth if needed.

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