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Chili Cheese Potato Skillet

Chili Cheese Potato Skillet

Crispy air fryer potatoes folded into spiced beef, chili beans, and tomatoes with green chiles, topped with melted cheddar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 465 kcal

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • 12 inch oven safe skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Instant read thermometer

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lb small to medium potatoes peeled and cubed (about 5)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp paprika divided, half for the potatoes and half for the beef
  • ½ tsp black pepper divided
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles 10 oz, drained
  • 1 can chili beans 15 1/2 oz, drained and rinsed
  • 1 ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • ¼ cup sour cream for topping
  • 1 sliced jalapenos for topping

Instructions
 

Cooking

  • Season the potatoes. Toss the cubed potatoes with 2 tablespoons oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Crisp in the air fryer. Air fry at 400 degrees F for 25 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden.
  • Brown the beef. In a large oven safe skillet over medium high heat, cook 1 pound beef with the onion for 8 to 10 minutes, seasoning with the onion powder, chili powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, until it reaches 160 degrees F. Drain the fat. Tilt the skillet and spoon off the excess grease.
  • Simmer the base. Stir in 1 tablespoon garlic, the tomatoes with green chiles, and the beans, then simmer 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Fold and top. Stir in the crispy potatoes and sprinkle with 1 1/2 cups cheddar.
  • Melt the cheese. Bake at 400 degrees F for 5 to 8 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Finish. Top with green onions, sour cream, and jalapenos and serve hot.

Notes

Substitutions: Use ground turkey cooked to 165 degrees F, or roast the potatoes in the oven instead of an air fryer.
Tips: Drain the canned ingredients well and add the crispy potatoes just before the cheese.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days and reheat until hot throughout.
Keyword Chili Cheese Potato Skillet, Potato Skillet