Healthy Loaded Beef and Potato Bake for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

This Healthy Loaded Beef and Potato Bake blends hearty ground beef with tender potatoes, creamy Greek yogurt, and sharp cheddar cheese, packing protein and flavor for a comforting meal.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 1

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 30

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole

1 tablespoon Olive Oil Essential for sautéing
1 medium Onion Chopped
2 cloves Garlic Minced
1 pound Lean Ground Beef (90–93% lean) Can swap with turkey
1 teaspoon Paprika For flavor
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper

For the Potatoes

4 medium Russet Potatoes Sliced

For the Creamy Mixture

1 cup Plain Non-Fat Greek Yogurt Can substitute with sour cream
½ cup Light Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon Cornstarch For thickening

For the Cheesy Top

¾ cup Reduced-Fat Sharp Cheddar Cheese Divided

For Cooking

1 cup Low-Sodium Beef Broth

For Garnish

to taste Fresh Parsley Chopped

Equipment

9x13-inch baking dish
skillet
mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a skillet, add olive oil, chopped onion, and sauté for about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Add lean ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned. Season with paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Drain excess fat.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, light sour cream, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
Layer half of the sliced potatoes at the bottom, then add half of the beef mixture, half of the yogurt mixture, and half of the cheddar cheese. Repeat layers.
Pour beef broth around the edges of the casserole carefully.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender and cheese is melted.
Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allowing the dish to rest after baking ensures clean slices and enhances flavor melding.

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