What’s better than a home-cooked meal? A home-cooked meal with only ONE pot to clean!
I love delicious food, but I have a deep, passionate hatred for doing dishes. If you’re nodding along, you’re my people. That’s why I’m obsessed with my Greek Style Beef & Potato Hash. It’s a fantastic one-pan beef and potato hash dinner that delivers huge flavor with minimal cleanup. Let’s dig into a meal that’s as easy on the cook as it is on the dishwasher.
Recipe Overview
Here’s the quick look at what you’re making. It’s the kind of recipe you’ll come back to again and again.
- Cuisine: Greek-Inspired
- Category: Dinner, Casserole
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 4-6
The Magic of a One-Pot (or One-Pan) Meal
I live for this cooking style. It’s my secret weapon on busy weeknights.
Everything cooks together in a single oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven. You brown the beef, cook the potatoes, and melt the cheese all in the same vessel. This method is perfect for a quick and hearty cowboy beef & potato hash or other skillet meals.
This means flavor layers build up beautifully. It also means you get to skip a mountain of dirty pots and pans. It’s a total win-win.
All You Need (One Pot & These Ingredients)
Gathering your gear is simple. You likely have most of this already.
The star is a large, oven-safe skillet or a Dutch oven. For ingredients, we’re using simple ground beef and potatoes as the hearty base.
Greek Style Beef & Potato Hash Recipe
The Full Ingredient List
My “Less Mess” Cooking Method (Step-by-Step)
Notes
Enjoy your homemade Greek Style Beef & Potato Hash Recipe!
Nutrition Information
Then we power it up with classic Greek flavors. Think lemon, oregano, briny olives, and creamy feta cheese.
The Full Ingredient List
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1.5 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (trust me!)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
My “Less Mess” Cooking Method (Step-by-Step)
Follow these steps for a smooth process. I’ve added my clean-as-you-go tips.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat the olive oil in your large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced potatoes. Cook them for about 10-12 minutes, stirring only occasionally so they get a golden crust. Transfer them to a plate for now.
- In the same skillet, add the ground beef and onion. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. This takes about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if you like.
- Add the garlic, bell pepper, oregano, dill, and cinnamon. Cook for 2 more minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the cooked potatoes, drained diced tomatoes, and olives. Mix everything well. Make sure it’s spread evenly in the pan.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 20 minutes, until everything is hot and bubbly.
- Carefully remove the skillet. Sprinkle the feta cheese evenly over the top. Bake for another 5 minutes, just to soften the feta.
- Take it out of the oven. Drizzle the fresh lemon juice right over the top. Garnish with parsley if you have it. Let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Pro-Tips for Perfect One-Pot Cooking
A few small tricks make a big difference. They’ll improve your results every time.
First, use the right size pot. A 10 or 12-inch oven-safe skillet is perfect. If it’s too small, things will steam instead of brown.
Don’t stir the potatoes too much. Let them sit in the hot oil to develop that crispy edge. That texture is key.
Drain the canned tomatoes well. Extra liquid can make the hash soggy. We want a hearty texture, not a soup.
Storing & Reheating (Easy!)
This meal is fantastic for leftovers. It might even taste better the next day.
Let the hash cool completely. Then, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
To reheat, use the microwave for a fast dinner. Or, spread it in an oven-safe dish, cover with foil, and warm at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes. Add a little water if it seems dry.
Nutrition Notes
This is a balanced and satisfying meal. Here’s a general breakdown per serving (based on 6 servings).
- Calories: ~380
- Protein: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fat: 20g
- Good source of iron and vitamin C.
Your One-Pot Questions, Answered
Here are answers to the questions I get asked most often.
Can I use a different kind of potato?
Absolutely. Russet potatoes work well, but they can get softer. For a firmer bite, try red potatoes. Just keep the dice size the same for even cooking.
What if I don’t have an oven-safe skillet?
No problem! Just cook everything through on the stovetop. Then, transfer the mixture to a standard casserole dish for the baking and cheese-melting step.
Can I make this ahead of time?
You can. Do all the stovetop steps and combine everything in the skillet. Let it cool, cover, and refrigerate. When ready, let it sit out for 20 minutes, then bake as directed, adding a few extra minutes to the oven time.
So there you have it. A fast, flavorful dinner that solves the weeknight puzzle. It’s a ground beef recipe that feels special but acts easy. If you love the fusion of beef and potatoes, you should also try this zesty Mexican-style beef and potato fry-up for another easy skillet sensation.
Your family gets a hot, comforting potato dinner. You get a kitchen that’s almost clean before you even sit down. That’s what I call a smart family dinner.
Enjoy all that flavor (and your clean kitchen!). Let me know how it went by leaving a comment and rating below!
