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One-Pan Italian Beef and Peppers Skillet
A quick and flavorful one-pan dish combining seasoned ground beef with colorful peppers and tomatoes, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Vegetables
- 1 medium onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 bell peppers mixed colors, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
Seasonings
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Liquids
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes or marinara
- 0.5 cup beef broth or water
- to taste Salt and pepper
For Serving
- 4 rolls or cooked pasta hoagie rolls or pasta
- 0.5 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet; cook beef until browned, 5–7 minutes.
- Push beef aside; cook onion and peppers until softened, 4–5 minutes; add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Add seasonings, tomatoes, and broth; simmer 5–7 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- If using cheese, sprinkle on top and cover briefly to melt. Serve on rolls or over pasta.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings or serve over pasta for a hearty meal.