Keto Hamburger Broccoli Skillet (Print Version)

Ground beef, broccoli, and cheddar melt together for a quick, satisfying low-carb main dish in one pan.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 450 g ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat)

→ Vegetables

02 - 150 g broccoli florets, fresh or frozen

→ Dairy

03 - 100 g shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream

→ Oils & Fats

05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Spices & Seasonings

06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Black pepper, to taste
10 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Wash and cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets if using fresh. Measure and organize ground beef, cheese, and other ingredients.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Add ground beef and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking up the meat as it browns. Drain excess fat if necessary.
03 - Add broccoli florets to the skillet. Sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir thoroughly to combine.
04 - Continue cooking for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until broccoli is crisp-tender.
05 - Reduce heat to low. Add heavy cream and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until cheese is fully melted and a creamy sauce forms.
06 - Scatter the remaining cheddar cheese over the top. Cover the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
07 - Serve hot, garnished with extra red pepper flakes or fresh herbs if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick to make cooks up in under half an hour
  • Uses just one skillet for minimal cleanup
  • Extra creamy and cheesy with every bite
  • Flexible with swaps for protein and veggies
  • Great for meal prep and reheats beautifully
02 -
  • Keto and gluten free so it fits many diets
  • Naturally high in protein and low in carbs
  • Makes great leftovers for lunch or meal prep
03 -
  • Let the skillet get hot before adding the beef for the best browning and flavor
  • Cut broccoli evenly so every piece cooks at the same speed and stays crisp
  • Shred your own cheese from a block to avoid fillers and get oozy melted results

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