Description
A quick, cheesy, low-carb dinner that combines ground beef, tender broccoli, and creamy cheese in one skillet—perfect for keto diets and busy weeknights.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef (80/20)
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Prep: Measure out ingredients. If using fresh broccoli, wash and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Brown beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and ground beef. Cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking up meat as it browns.
- Add broccoli: Stir in broccoli, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook another 5–7 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
- Make it creamy: Lower heat, stir in heavy cream and half the cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and creamy.
- Finish: Sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Cover skillet and cook for 2–3 more minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot.
Notes
- Add onion or bell pepper for extra flavor and crunch.
- For a leaner version, use ground turkey or chicken.
- Top with crispy bacon or green onions for added flavor.
- For a richer sauce, mix in cream cheese or sour cream.
- Make it spicier by adding more red pepper flakes or fresh jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
