Skillet Beef and Sweet Potato Hash with Smoky Paprika

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

A hearty one-pan dish of tender beef and diced sweet potatoes, seasoned with smoky paprika and onions, perfect for a comforting meal. This american-inspired father’s day ready in about 30 minutes pairs ground beef, medium, diced yellow onion, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes sweet potato
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add 2 diced yellow onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Add 2 diced medium sweet potatoes (1/2-inch cubes) to the skillet, stirring occasionally, and cook for 8-10 minutes until tender and slightly browned.
3. Step 3: Push vegetables to the side and add 1 lb ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a spoon and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper evenly over the mixture. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes to let spices meld.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley for brightness. Serve hot as a filling main dish.