Description
This Keto Beef Hamburger Broccoli Skillet is a quick, low-carb, and satisfying one-pan meal perfect for those following a ketogenic lifestyle. Juicy ground beef is browned with fresh broccoli and aromatic onions and garlic, then simmered in a creamy mixture with cheddar cheese for a rich, comforting skillet dish that’s ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: Warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the ground beef.
- Brown ground beef: Add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet and break it apart with a spatula, cooking until it is fully browned and no longer pink.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Stir in the diced medium onion and minced garlic cloves; cook until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Add broccoli: Incorporate 3 cups of broccoli florets and cook until they turn a bright green color, indicating they are tender-crisp.
- Season the mixture: Sprinkle 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon onion powder over the skillet contents and stir to combine flavors evenly.
- Mix in cream and Worcestershire sauce: Pour in 1/4 cup heavy cream and add 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce if using; stir the mixture to blend and heat through gently.
- Add cheese and melt: Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the skillet, then cover it with a lid until the cheese melts completely, creating a creamy topping.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes along with seasonings.
- Use fresh broccoli florets for best texture; frozen can be used but may yield a softer result.
- Ensure ground beef is cooked thoroughly to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) for safety.
- Substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- Serve hot as a complete low-carb meal or alongside cauliflower rice for extra volume.
