This beef and noodle dish, similar to American chop suey, is a one-pot meal that can be enjoyed any night of the week. Bacon is cooked and then the beef is browned in the drippings with peppers and onions, then the noodles, tomatoes, broth, and seasonings are added and the dish is simmered to perfection.
I add some Italian seasoning for flavor and a dash of crushed red pepper flakes for heat. You can use mozzarella, cheddar, or another cheese for topping, or omit the cheese. Sprinkle with parsley or basil for a pop of color.
PrintBeef and Noodle Skillet
Try this delicious one-pot beef and noodle skillet recipe for an easy weeknight meal. Packed with flavors and super versatile!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta, Ground Beef
- Method: Skillet
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 strips bacon, diced
- 1 pound ground beef (85 to 90 percent)
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 8 ounces medium egg noodles (uncooked)
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes with juice
- 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- Dash crushed red pepper flakes, optional
- 1 to 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, optional
Instructions
- Place the bacon in a large skillet and place it over medium heat. Fry the bacon, turning frequently, until crisp, about 4 to 6 minutes. Remove the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
- Add the ground beef and onions to the drippings in the skillet. If you didn’t cook bacon or don’t have enough drippings, add a little oil to the pan. Cook the beef, breaking it up and stirring, for 4 minutes. Add the chopped peppers and garlic and continue cooking for 3 minutes longer or until the beef is no longer pink.
- Add the noodles, beef broth, tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until the noodles are tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed. Check and add extra water or broth if needed. Taste and adjust the seasonings.
- Top with mozzarella cheese, cover the pan, and let it cook for a minute or two, just until the cheese is melted.
