Description
This Keto Hamburger Broccoli Skillet is a flavor-packed, quick, and easy low-carb meal perfect for busy weeknights. Ground beef is sautéed with onions and garlic, then combined with tender steamed broccoli and melted cheddar cheese to create a hearty and satisfying dish packed with protein and rich flavors. With smoky paprika and Italian seasoning, this one-pan skillet meal is both delicious and nutritious, ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 or 85/15)
- 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup beef broth or water
Seasonings & Others
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp cream cheese or sour cream
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Heat the oil and sauté onions: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive or avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
- Cook the ground beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook the meat until browned thoroughly, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired to keep it lean.
- Add broccoli and broth, then steam: Mix in the broccoli florets and pour 1/4 cup beef broth or water into the skillet. Cover with a lid and let steam for 4 to 5 minutes until the broccoli is crisp-tender.
- Season the mixture: Remove the lid, stir well, then add smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine all the flavors evenly.
- Melt the cheese: Reduce the heat to low. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the skillet mixture. Cover again and let the cheese melt for 1 to 2 minutes. Optionally, stir in cream cheese or sour cream for added creaminess.
- Serve: Once the cheese has melted and the dish is heated through, serve hot. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions if desired for a fresh touch.
Notes
- Use either fresh or frozen broccoli depending on what you have on hand.
- Adjust the seasoning to your preference, adding more or less crushed red pepper flakes for heat.
- Draining excess fat from the ground beef will reduce calories and make the dish leaner.
- For a creamier dish, stir in cream cheese or sour cream when melting the cheese.
- This recipe is great for meal prep and reheats well.
