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A sizzling 30-minute ground beef dinner skillet with vegetables

Classic 30-Minute Ground Beef Dinner Skillet

This classic 30-minute ground beef dinner skillet is a quick and satisfying meal packed with savory beef, mixed vegetables, and a creamy mushroom sauce. It's an easy one-pan dish perfect for a busy weeknight.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound lean ground beef 85/15 or 90/10 recommended
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables frozen peas and carrots, corn, or diced bell peppers
  • 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup 10.75 ounce
  • 1/2 cup water or beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional for serving
  • Fresh parsley
  • grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • large, deep skillet
  • Dutch oven
  • spoon

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  2. Drain excess fat, then add diced onion to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for one minute until fragrant.
  4. Add mixed vegetables and Italian seasoning; cook, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes to begin softening the vegetables.
  5. Pour in condensed cream of mushroom soup and water or beef broth, stirring until well combined and soup is incorporated.
  6. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender and sauce thickens.
  7. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider using beef broth instead of water. You can also customize the vegetables based on what you have on hand or prefer. This dish pairs well with a side salad or crusty bread for soaking up the sauce.