Imagine a sizzling skillet filled with perfectly seasoned ground beef, topped with golden, buttery biscuits and melted cheese that'll make your taste buds dance with joy! This one-pan wonder is about to become your new weeknight dinner hero, combining the hearty satisfaction of classic American comfort food with a ridiculously easy cooking method that'll have you looking like a culinary genius in just 40 minutes.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can refrigerated biscuits
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and break it apart using a wooden spoon or spatula. Cook the beef until it's browned and no longer pink, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Add chopped onions to the skillet and sauté with the beef for 2-3 minutes until the onions become translucent and slightly softened.
- Pour in Worcestershire sauce and beef broth, stirring to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce slightly and flavors to meld together.
- Open the can of refrigerated biscuits and separate them. Arrange the biscuits on top of the beef mixture in the skillet, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the biscuits and beef mixture.
- Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from heat and let the dish rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot, directly from the skillet, ensuring each serving includes beef and a biscuit.
Tips
- Use a cast-iron skillet for the best heat distribution and a beautiful crispy bottom.
- Choose high-quality ground beef with a bit of fat content (80/20 works best) for maximum flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet when browning the beef - this ensures proper caramelization.
- For extra flavor, consider adding minced garlic or a dash of smoked paprika to the beef.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the flavors to settle and make serving easier.
- If you want a lighter version, you can use lean ground turkey or ground chicken as a beef substitute.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like pepper jack or a blend for unique flavor profiles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 494kcal
Carbohydrates: 13g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Cholesterol: 97mg
