Creamy One-Pot Beef and Potato Casserole Recipe
Creamy One-Pot Beef and Potato Casserole is a comforting, hearty dish combining browned ground beef with tender sliced potatoes, enveloped in a savory mushroom cream sauce and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, this casserole is rich in flavor and requires minimal cleanup thanks to its one-pot preparation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
Potatoes
- 2 cups thinly sliced russet or Yukon gold potatoes
Sauces and Dairy
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional for extra creaminess)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the beef and onions: In a large oven-safe skillet or pot, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Season and add potatoes: Stir in salt, black pepper, and paprika. Layer the thinly sliced potatoes evenly over the beef and onions in the skillet.
- Combine soup and dairy: In a separate bowl, mix together the cream of mushroom soup, whole milk or heavy cream, and sour cream if using. Pour this creamy mixture evenly over the layered potatoes and beef.
- Add cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Simmer to cook potatoes: Cover the skillet with a lid or foil and cook on low heat on the stovetop for about 30-40 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Alternatively, transfer the skillet to a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven and bake for 35-45 minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Once cooked and bubbly, remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the casserole to set.
Notes
- Use thinly sliced potatoes for faster and even cooking.
- Heavy cream will yield a richer casserole compared to whole milk.
- The sour cream is optional but adds extra creaminess and tang.
- Covering the pot properly ensures the potatoes steam and become tender.
- If baking, use an oven-safe skillet or transfer to a baking dish.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.