15-Minute Beefy Noodle Skillet
Creamy, savory, and downright comforting, this skillet dinner gives you juicy browned beef, tender egg noodles, and a lightly tangy tomato sauce all tossed together for an easy one-pan supper.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Spatula
- Spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef, raw
- 2 cups Egg noodles, cooked Cook according to package instructions and drained
- 1 medium Bell pepper, diced Any color, seeds removed
- 1 medium Onion, chopped Peeled and chopped
- 1 cup Tomato sauce
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Optional Garnishes
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley For serving
- to taste Grated parmesan cheese For serving
- to taste Olive oil For drizzling, optional
Instructions
- Preheat and brown the beef: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and break into pieces with a spatula. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully browned with no pink remaining.
- Drain fat: Carefully tilt the skillet and use a spoon to remove excess fat, or drain into a heat-safe container. Leave a small bit of fat for flavor, about 1 teaspoon.
- Sauté the veggies: Add the chopped onion and diced bell pepper to the skillet with the browned beef. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring often, until the onion becomes translucent and the peppers soften but still hold a little texture.
- Combine with noodles and sauce: Stir in the cooked egg noodles and 1 cup tomato sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss everything gently to coat the noodles and distribute the beef and veggies.
- Heat through: Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is heated through and the sauce clings to the noodles. If the skillet looks dry, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or broth to loosen the sauce.
- Finish and serve: Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped parsley or grated parmesan if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This dish freezes okay but may change texture slightly because of the noodles. Reheat on the stovetop over low heat with a splash of water or broth to revive the sauce.