Chef John's Beef and Potato Skillet Hash
Chef John's Hamburger Hash is a hearty, super-crusty take on classic hash, replacing corned beef with ground beef and pairing it with russet potatoes, onions, mushrooms, and colorful red and poblano peppers. Butter and olive oil enrich the dish, while black pepper, cayenne, rosemary, and green onions add savory depth, making it a satisfying choice for breakfast, brunch, or a casual dinner.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chef John's Beef and Potato Skillet Hash, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 11 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 43
- Heart Health
- 74
- Metabolic
- 36
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 59
- Performance
- 53
- General Wellness
- 1
Cut a 1/4-inch slice off the bottom of each potato so it sits flat on the cutting board. Cut additional 1/4-inch slices straight down, then cut the potatoes into sticks. Turn the sticks and cut across them to create a uniform dice. Transfer the potatoes to a bowl of cold water.
- 2
Combine butter and olive oil in a skillet over high heat until the butter melts. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a flat-edged utensil, until crumbly, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Drain the potatoes and add them to the beef with a pinch of salt. Reduce the heat to medium-high and cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes just start to soften, 5 to 7 minutes. Smooth the mixture in the skillet and press it against the bottom of the pan to help everything become nice and crusty.
- 4
Stir in onions and mushrooms and add another pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions and mushrooms have softened and developed some color, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with black pepper, cayenne, and rosemary.
- 5
Add bell pepper, poblano pepper, and another pinch of salt. Cook until the peppers are tender and the remaining ingredients are dark and crispy, about 5 more minutes.
- 6
Stir in green onions and cook for a few more minutes. Remove from the heat and serve.
- Calories 349.4 kcal Moderate 17%
- Protein 27.13 g Good Source 54%
- Carbohydrate 29.68 g 11%
- Total Fat 16.37 g High 21%
- Saturated Fat 7.7 g High 39%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 68.47 mg High 23%
- Sodium 272.45 mg Moderate 12%
- Dietary Fiber 4.4 g Moderate 16%
- Total Sugars 5.69 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 37.77 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 6.91 mg Good Source 38%
- Potassium 814.35 mg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin A 24.15 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 70.71 mg Good Source 79%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Chef John's Beef and Potato Skillet Hash is made with 17 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 50 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Beef, Black Pepper, Button Mushrooms, and Cayenne Pepper. Each serving provides about 349.4 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chef John's Beef and Potato Skillet Hash made of?
- The main ingredients are Beef, Black Pepper, Button Mushrooms, Cayenne Pepper, Diced Bell Pepper. The full list of 17 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chef John's Beef and Potato Skillet Hash?
- About 50 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 349.4 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chef John's Beef and Potato Skillet Hash easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Chef John's Beef and Potato Skillet Hash healthy?
- Chef John's Beef and Potato Skillet Hash has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 349.4 calories and 27.13 g of protein, or 54% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 272.45 mg (12% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 7.7 g (39% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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