Ingredients
Meat
- 1 lb ground beef
Vegetables
- 3 cups broccoli florets
Dairy
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Spices & Seasonings
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Oils & Fats
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat oil: Warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Brown beef: Add 1 pound of ground beef to the skillet, seasoning it with salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon paprika. Cook until the beef is browned and fully cooked, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Cook broccoli: Add 3 cups of broccoli florets to the skillet with the browned beef. Stir and cook until the broccoli is tender but still crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add cream: Pour in 1/4 cup heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the mixture simmer gently for 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Melt cheese: Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the skillet contents. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook until the cheese has melted, about 3-5 minutes.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the cheesy hamburger broccoli skillet hot for a delicious low-carb meal.
Notes
- Use fresh broccoli florets for the best texture; frozen broccoli can be used but may become softer.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper.
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of onion powder during cooking.
- This dish is naturally low-carb and keto-friendly.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
