Cheesy Hamburger Broccoli Skillet
A quick and easy ground beef and broccoliskillet cooked in one pan with a creamy, cheesy finish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup shredded cheese colby jack or cheddar
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Add olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned, breaking it apart.
- Add minced garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and Italian seasoning. Stir and cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Add broccoli florets and beef broth. Stir well and cook for about 5 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Pour in heavy cream and sprinkle cheese over the top.
- Remove from heat and let the residual heat melt the cheese.
- Garnish with parsley and crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot.
Recipe Tips
Don’t overcook the broccoli. You want it tender but still bright and slightly firm so it keeps texture and doesn’t turn mushy.
