One Pot Meat & Potatoes (Easy Weeknight Comfort Food)

If you’re craving something hearty, flavorful, and quick to throw together, this One Pot Meat & Potatoes recipe is about to become your weeknight hero. It’s the kind of dish that feels like a hug in a bowl—tender potatoes, savory ground beef, melty cheese, and just the right amount of spice. Best of all, it’s made in one pot, which means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.

This recipe is a cross between a Tex-Mex skillet and good old-fashioned comfort food. The potatoes get golden and seasoned, the beef cooks up juicy, and the Rotel tomatoes add just enough kick to keep things exciting. Plus, the gooey melted cheese ties everything together in the most delicious way.

Whether you’re feeding a hungry family, meal-prepping for the week, or just need something filling after a long day, this dish checks all the boxes: simple, satisfying, and so tasty you’ll want seconds.

This one-pot wonder checks all the boxes: easy cleanup, bold comfort-food flavours, and a meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. It’s budget-friendly, hearty, and guaranteed to be family-approved — the kind of recipe you’ll find yourself making again and again. Give my recipe a try, you’ll be hooked!

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 lb extra-lean ground beef

• 1 lb mini potatoes, cut bite-sized

• 1 packet taco seasoning

• 1 tablespoon chili seasoning

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or oregano)

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

• 1 can Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies)

• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)

STEPS:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. Add the potatoes and season with chili seasoning and a dash of salt. Cook for about 6 minutes, stirring often so they brown and absorb the flavor.

3. Push the potatoes to one side of the pot and add the ground beef. Season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.

4. Once the beef is fully cooked, mix it together with the potatoes. Stir in the can of Rotel (with juices) plus 1/4 can of water. Add taco seasoning, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Mix well.

5. Cover and cook for 7 minutes, allowing the potatoes to soften and the flavors to meld.

6. Sprinkle cheese evenly over the top. Cover and cook for 3 more minutes, until the cheese is melted and gooey.

7. Uncover, stir everything together, and taste for seasoning.

8. Serve warm as-is, or top with sour cream for extra creaminess.

9. Bon appétit! Enjoy!