Cheesy Ground Beef and Veggie Skillet Bake with Crispy Tater Tot Topping

This Cheesy Ground Beef and Veggie Skillet Bake is a delightful one-pan meal that combines seasoned ground beef, colorful vegetables, and gooey cheese, all topped with crispy tater tots. It's a fun and interactive dish that kids and adults will love, making it perfect for family dinners!

15m prep
30m cook
6 servings
easy difficulty
Total: 45m
Ingredients
olive oil
1 tablespoon
for sautéing
onion
1 medium
diced
ground beef
1 pound
preferably lean
garlic
2 cloves
minced
bell peppers
1 cup
diced, any color
frozen corn
1 cup
can substitute with fresh corn
smoked paprika
1 teaspoon
for flavor
dried oregano
1 teaspoon
for flavor
salt
1 teaspoon
to taste
black pepper
1 teaspoon
to taste
beef broth
1 cup
can use low-sodium
shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup
for topping
frozen tater tots
2 cups
for topping
fresh parsley
1 tablespoon
chopped, for garnish
Instructions
1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté 1 diced onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

2

Add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.

3

Stir in 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Add 1 cup of diced bell peppers and 1 cup of frozen corn to the skillet, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

4

Season the mixture with 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, salt, and pepper to taste.

5

Pour in 1 cup of beef broth and bring to a simmer, allowing it to reduce slightly for about 5 minutes.

6

Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined. Transfer the beef and veggie mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.

7

Arrange 2 cups of frozen tater tots on top of the beef mixture in a single layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.

8

Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor before serving.

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