Description
A simple, flavorful one-pan meal featuring ground beef, sweet potatoes, black beans, and Tex-Mex spices, topped with melted cheese. Quick, easy, and perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 large sweet potato (about 1 to 1.5 pounds), peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes
- ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a Tex-Mex blend)
- Optional garnishes: chopped fresh cilantro, sour cream or Greek yogurt, sliced avocado, lime wedges, hot sauce
Instructions
- 1. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned. Drain excess grease.
- 2. Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3. Stir in minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4. Add rinsed black beans and undrained diced tomatoes with green chilies. Stir to combine.
- 5. Add diced sweet potato and broth. Bring to a simmer.
- 6. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are tender. Stir occasionally. Add more liquid if needed.
- 7. Remove lid, sprinkle cheese over the top.
- 8. Transfer to a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Alternatively, cover and melt on the stovetop, or broil briefly (watch carefully).
- 9. Remove from heat, let rest a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat with a splash of liquid, in the microwave, or in the oven at 350°F (175°C) covered for 15-20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 400-500 per serving (without garnishes)
- Sugar: Approx. 10-15g
- Sodium: Varies based on canned goods
- Fat: Approx. 20-25g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 30-40g
- Fiber: Approx. 8-10g
- Protein: Approx. 25-30g