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Keto Hamburger Broccoli Skillet Recipe Easy Low-Carb Dinner Idea


  • Author: Nora Winslow
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A quick, easy, and keto-friendly one-pan meal featuring ground beef and broccoli in a creamy, cheesy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and low-carb diets.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • 4 cups (300g) broccoli florets, fresh or frozen
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil, extra virgin recommended
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 150g)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
  • 1 cup (240ml) low sodium beef broth
  • ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 1 cup (100g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or mix of dried basil, oregano, thyme)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, mushrooms, bell peppers

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion, mince the garlic, shred the cheddar if using block cheese, and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets if fresh. Prep all ingredients before cooking.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook about 7 minutes until browned and no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer beef to a bowl and set aside, leaving rendered fat in the pan.
  3. Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Sauté diced onion over medium heat until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  4. Pour in beef broth and bring to a simmer. Add broccoli florets, cover skillet, and steam for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is tender but still vibrant. Add extra time if using frozen broccoli.
  5. Return browned beef to skillet. Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, Italian seasoning, and half the shredded cheddar. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until sauce thickens and coats beef and broccoli.
  6. Sprinkle remaining cheddar on top, cover skillet, and let cheese melt for 2 minutes. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
  7. Serve hot straight from the skillet. Leftovers reheat well in a skillet with a splash of broth or cream to restore creaminess.

Notes

[‘Do not overcook broccoli; it should be tender but still slightly crunchy.’, ‘Use full-fat heavy cream for best sauce texture; milk or half-and-half will not thicken properly.’, ‘Brown the beef well for added flavor.’, ‘Season in layers: salt beef while cooking and adjust seasoning at the end.’, ‘Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-shredded.’, ‘Leftovers reheat best in a skillet with added broth or cream to maintain creaminess.’, ‘Frozen broccoli can be used but may require extra cooking time and draining excess water.’, ‘For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk and omit cheese or use dairy-free cheese.’, ‘Ground turkey or chicken can replace beef but expect milder flavor; add extra seasoning if desired.’]

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 28
  • Saturated Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 7
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 32

Keywords: keto, low-carb, hamburger skillet, broccoli skillet, easy dinner, one-pan meal, ground beef, creamy skillet