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Keto Cheesy Hamburger & Broccoli Skillet

A one-pan keto dinner with seasoned ground beef, fresh broccoli, and melted cheddar cheese, ready in 20 minutes with just 4 to 6 grams of net carbs per serving.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 recommended
  • 12 oz fresh broccoli about 1 head, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes optional
  • 1.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese freshly shredded preferred
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet with lid
  • spatula
  • Cheese grater

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and diced onion. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spatula, for 6 to 8 minutes until beef is browned and onion is translucent.
  2. If more than a tablespoon of grease has accumulated, carefully drain the excess from the pan.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add butter and broccoli florets to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Toss to coat.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add 2 tablespoons of water and cover with a tight-fitting lid. Steam for 4 to 6 minutes until broccoli is fork-tender and still bright green.
  6. Remove lid and stir to combine beef and broccoli. Sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly over the top.
  7. Replace lid for 1 to 2 minutes until cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot directly from the skillet.

Notes

Storage: Refrigerate in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in a skillet over medium-low with a splash of water, or microwave in 90-second intervals. Ground turkey or chicken can substitute for beef; add an extra tablespoon of butter to keep the dish moist. For dairy-free, omit cheese and butter; use avocado oil and finish with nutritional yeast. Shred cheese fresh for best melt.