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Spiced Potato and Meatball Skillet

A hearty one-pan dinner with crispy potatoes and juicy meatballs in a spiced tomato sauce, topped with fresh herbs and chilies.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
450
Protein
25g
Spiced Potato and Meatball Skillet
ComfortingAmericanGluten-FreeBeefCrispyJuicyWeeknightMain

Ingredients

  • 4 medium potatoes
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro
  • 3 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Dice the 4 potatoes into 1-inch cubes and boil in salted water until just tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, mix the 1 lb ground beef with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Roll into 1-inch meatballs.

  3. 3

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  4. 4

    In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 sliced onion, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Cook until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add the 1 tsp chili powder and 1 cup tomato sauce. Stir and bring to a simmer, about 2 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add the boiled potatoes and meatballs to the skillet. Stir to coat, then cover and cook until potatoes are crispy and sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.

  7. 7

    Garnish with 1/2 cup chopped cilantro and sliced fresh chilies if desired. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Pot for boiling
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl

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