Description
This Keto Hamburger Broccoli Skillet is a one-pan meal that combines savory ground beef, fresh broccoli, and melted cheese to deliver a quick, tasty dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 recommended for best flavor)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 large head)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets. Dice the onion and mince the garlic to prepare your ingredients.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Melt the butter or olive oil, add the ground beef, and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne. Cook until the beef is no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir frequently and cook until the onion is translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the broccoli florets to the skillet. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes, if using. Stir to combine.
- Cover the skillet and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the broccoli is tender.
- Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover again for 2 minutes to allow the cheese to melt. Serve hot.
Notes
- Choose a 12-inch cast iron skillet for best results.
- Cook broccoli until bright green and tender-crisp to maintain nutritional value.
- For softer broccoli, add 2-3 tablespoons of water or broth to create steam.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat by microwaving for 1-2 minutes or warming in a skillet over medium heat.
- Spoon over cauliflower rice or serve with sliced avocado.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg