Sloppy Joe Potato Skillet

Ingredients

• 3 Russet potatoes (large, peeled and cubed)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil (to coat potatoes)
• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• 1 tsp Garlic powder (estimated quantity)
• 1 tsp Paprika (estimated quantity)
• 1 lb Ground beef (browned and drained)
• 15 oz Sloppy Joe sauce (one standard can or equivalent homemade ingredients)
• 1 cup Shredded cheese (such as cheddar or a blend)
• Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Steps

1. 1

   Peel and cube several large russet potatoes into bite-sized pieces.

2. 2

   Place the potato cubes in a bowl and toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.

3. 3

   Transfer the potatoes to a 400°F (200°C) air fryer and cook for approximately 25 minutes until crispy and golden.

4. 4

   When the potatoes have about 12 minutes left, place the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat.

5. 5

   Brown the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, and drain any excess grease.

6. 6

   Add the sloppy joe sauce (or ingredients) to the skillet with the beef and simmer until the sauce has thickened.

7. 7

   Add the crispy air-fried potatoes into the skillet with the sloppy joe mixture and stir to combine.

8. 8

   Top the mixture with shredded cheese.

9. 9

   Place the skillet in the oven for a few minutes until the cheese is completely melted.

10. 10

    Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

The author mentions 'sloppy joe ingredients listed below' which typically refers to a standard can of sauce or a mix of ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. For simplicity, a 15oz can is used for the nutritional estimate.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• dinner
• ground beef
• potato
• air fryer
• kid-friendly
• one-pan
• easy