Potato and Ground Beef Skillet Pie with Cheese

When it comes to comfort food, nothing beats a hearty dish made with potatoes, ground beef, and melted cheese. This Potato and Ground Beef Skillet Pie with Cheese is exactly that—a warm, savory pie cooked entirely in a skillet, layered with grated potatoes, seasoned ground beef, vegetables, and gooey cheese. It’s simple, rustic, and deeply satisfying. Unlike oven-baked pies, this version is made on the stovetop, making it quicker and more approachable while still delivering layers of flavor and a golden crust.

This savory potato and ground beef skillet pie is the perfect comfort food, combining tender grated potatoes, flavorful sautéed vegetables, seasoned minced beef, and gooey melted cheese. Cooked in a frying pan and flipped like a giant hash brown, it’s hearty enough for dinner and satisfying enough for brunch. Inspired by homestyle European cooking, this dish layers textures and flavors for a meal that pleases the whole family.

WANT TO SAVE THIS RECIPE?
Just drop your email here and I’ll send it right away! Plus you’ll get new recipes from me every week. Yes please!

Website
Your Email…
Subscribe
We use your personal data for interest-based advertising, as outlined in our Privacy Notice.
Full Recipe
Ingredients
For the Potato Base:

3 eggs

Salt (to taste)

Paprika (to taste)

Black pepper (to taste)

3 medium potatoes, peeled and grated

2 tablespoons flour

For the Filling:

1 onion, finely chopped

Olive oil (as needed for frying)

1 carrot, grated

400 grams ground beef

Salt (to taste)

Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)

2–3 stalks green onions, chopped

120 grams cheese (mozzarella or similar), grated

Cooking Directions
Prepare the Potato Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together 3 eggs with salt, paprika, and black pepper until frothy. Grate the potatoes, squeeze out excess moisture using a towel or sieve, and add them to the eggs. Mix in 2 tablespoons of flour until a uniform batter forms. Set aside.

Sauté the Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in the grated carrot and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.

Cook the Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet, season with salt and Italian herbs, and cook for about 10 minutes until browned. Stir in the green onions and set the filling aside.

Assemble the Skillet Pie: Grease a clean frying pan with olive oil. Spread half the potato mixture evenly across the bottom, pressing it down firmly. Add the beef and vegetable mixture, then sprinkle about 80 grams of grated cheese over the filling. Top with the remaining potato mixture, pressing gently to seal. Cover and cook on low heat for 20 minutes.

Flip and Finish: Place a large plate over the pan, flip the pie onto it, then slide it back into the skillet to cook the other side. Cover and cook for another 15 minutes. In the last 5 minutes, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, cover, and let it melt before serving.

Please Head On keep on Reading (>)