Description
This Keto Hamburger and Broccoli Skillet is a quick, low-carb, and nutritious one-pan meal combining juicy ground beef with crisp broccoli and a savory blend of seasonings. Perfect for busy weeknights, it delivers bold flavors with minimal cleanup while fitting perfectly into keto and gluten-free diets.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat & Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
- 3 cups broccoli florets, fresh
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Cooking Fats
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
Seasonings
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian herbs (dried)
Optional
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- Crushed red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños for spice (optional)
- Fresh parsley, cilantro, or basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets. Dice the onion and mince the garlic to have everything ready for cooking.
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat olive oil or butter over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add ground beef, breaking it apart, and cook until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add diced onion to the skillet with beef; cook 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook another minute until fragrant.
- Cook Broccoli: Stir in broccoli florets and add a splash of water. Cover skillet and steam for 5-6 minutes until broccoli is tender but crisp.
- Season and Finish: Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian herbs, mixing well. If using cheese, sprinkle it on top, cover, and melt for a couple of minutes before serving.
Notes
- Don’t overcook broccoli to keep it tender-crisp and nutrient-rich.
- Choose fresh, high-fat ground beef for best flavor and juiciness.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or basil at the end to preserve brightness.
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Drain excess beef fat if too greasy to avoid an oily dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: keto, low-carb, hamburger skillet, broccoli, one-pan meal, gluten free, quick dinner, healthy, easy recipe