Keto Hamburger and Broccoli Skillet
A quick and easy keto-friendly dinner featuring seasoned ground beef, tender broccoli, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a low-carb lifestyle and ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 is perfect) 450 g
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets 350 g
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided 170 g
- ½ cup heavy cream 120 ml
- 2 tbsp olive oil 30 ml
- 1 tsp garlic powder 3 g
- 1 tsp onion powder 3 g
- ½ tsp salt 3 g
- ¼ tsp black pepper 1 g
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional) 0.5 g
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up as it browns. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Stir in the broccoli florets, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (optional). Cook for 5-7 minutes until the broccoli is tender but still has some bite.
- Reduce the heat to low. Add the heavy cream and half of the shredded cheddar cheese (¾ cup). Stir until the cheese is melted and the mixture is creamy.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top, cover with a lid, and cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
Customize by adding mushrooms, bell peppers, or spinach.
For a dairy-free version, replace heavy cream with coconut milk and use dairy-free cheese.
Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or stovetop.
Can be frozen for up to 3 months, but note the broccoli texture may change slightly upon thawing.