Tender seasoned beef, soft roasted potatoes, and a light creamy herb sauce come together in a comforting oven-baked dish that feels rich but stays simple. Everything bakes in one pan until golden, aromatic, and perfectly melt-in-your-mouth.
Prep & Cook Time
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 30–35 min
Total: 45 min
Ingredients
For the beef
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
For the potatoes
• 3 cups diced potatoes (small cubes)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp garlic powder
For the creamy herb sauce
• ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
• ¼ cup milk
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• ½ tsp dried dill
• ½ tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
To finish
• ½ cup shredded cheese optional
• Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Toss the diced potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a baking dish. Spread them evenly so they roast and crisp properly. Roast 15 minutes to give them a head start. - Cook the beef mixture
While the potatoes roast, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook 2 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Add the ground beef, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon. Season with paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook until browned and slightly caramelized, about 5–6 minutes. Remove from heat. - Mix the creamy herb sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream (or yogurt), milk, parsley, dill, and onion powder. Adjust seasoning with a pinch of salt and black pepper. The sauce should be creamy but pourable. - Assemble the bake
Remove the potatoes from the oven. Add the cooked beef over the potatoes and mix lightly so flavors come together while keeping some texture.
Pour the herb sauce evenly across the surface. Do not stir too much — layering gives a better bite. - Bake to finish
Return the dish to the oven and bake 15–20 minutes until the top is lightly golden and bubbling at the edges.
If using cheese, sprinkle during the last 5 minutes until melted. - Serve
Let rest 5 minutes to set the layers. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts (approx per serving, 4 servings)
• Calories: 480
• Protein: 29 g
• Carbs: 34 g
• Fat: 24 g
Quick Facts
• Family-style comfort dinner
• One-pan oven bake
• Balanced protein and carbs
• Cozy weeknight meal
Tips
• Dice potatoes small for faster roasting.
• For deeper flavor, let the beef brown undisturbed for 1 minute before stirring.
• Add a splash of broth if you like a more saucy finish. For more easy oven meals like this one, check out our favorite Sheet Pan Dinners, perfect for no-fuss weeknight cooking.
Variations
• Swap beef for ground turkey or chicken.
• Add peas or corn for extra color.
• Use cheddar, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack for a cheesy topping. This bake also makes a great addition to your next gathering, discover more Potluck Main Dish Recipes that are equally crowd-pleasing.