Description
This Cheesy Provolone Beef Skillet is a hearty and comforting one-pan meal featuring seasoned ground beef, creamy cheese blends, and tender green beans. Finished under the broiler with melted provolone cheese, this dish combines savory flavors and gooey textures for a satisfying dinner perfect for family meals or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1.25 pounds ground beef
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup softened cream cheese
- 2 (14.5-ounce) cans green beans, drained
- to taste Italian seasoning
- to taste garlic powder
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1/4 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 6 to 8 slices provolone cheese
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned and no longer pink. Drain off about 90% of the grease to reduce excess fat while retaining flavor.
- Season the beef: Add Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the cooked beef. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices and enhance the meat’s flavor.
- Add creamy ingredients: Mix in the sour cream and softened cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and well blended with the beef, adding richness and creaminess.
- Combine remaining ingredients: Stir in the shredded Mexican blend cheese, chicken broth, and drained green beans, ensuring all the components are well incorporated.
- Simmer the mixture: Reduce the heat to low and let the skillet simmer gently until the chicken broth mostly evaporates and the flavors concentrate, about 10 minutes.
- Preheat the broiler: While the mixture simmers, set your oven broiler to preheat, preparing to melt the provolone cheese on top.
- Add provolone cheese slices: Evenly arrange 6 to 8 slices of provolone cheese over the top of the beef and vegetable mixture in the skillet.
- Broil the skillet: Place the skillet under the oven broiler for 2 to 3 minutes, watching carefully until the provolone cheese is melted and slightly browned for a deliciously gooey topping.
- Rest and serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving to let the flavors settle and for safe handling.
Notes
- Use a cast iron or oven-safe skillet to go from stovetop to oven easily.
- Adjust the seasoning quantities based on personal taste preferences.
- Drain the green beans thoroughly to avoid excess liquid.
- Keep a close eye on the broiler to prevent the cheese from burning.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
