Description
A satisfying one-pan meal combining ground beef, fresh broccoli, and rich cheddar cheese, perfect for a keto lifestyle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula into small crumbles. Cook for about 6–8 minutes until browned.
- Push the beef to one side and add the onion and garlic to the empty space. Cook for about 3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the broccoli and sauté for a minute.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder; stir well.
- Cover with a lid and cook for 5–7 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Reduce heat, pour in heavy cream, and stir gently to combine.
- Sprinkle cheese over the top, cover, and let it cook for 2–3 minutes until melted.
- If using, add Worcestershire sauce and red pepper flakes, stir to combine.
- Remove from heat and serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, try different cheeses or add vegetables like mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg