Cheesy Ground Beef and Cauliflower Skillet
This hearty skillet meal features tender cauliflower and seasoned ground beef, all smothered in a rich, creamy, and cheesy sauce. It's a quick and satisfying low-carb dinner perfect for a busy weeknight.
Equipment
- Large skillet or cast-iron pan
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower chopped into small, bite-sized florets
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ onion diced
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 4 oz cream cheese
- Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish, optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Chop the cauliflower into small florets, mince the garlic cloves, and dice half an onion. Shred the cheddar cheese if it's not already pre-shredded.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until fully browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Stir in cauliflower florets and beef broth, then season with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer, then reduce heat, cover, and cook for 8-10 minutes until the cauliflower is tender-crisp.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth, then sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Cover for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
- Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions if desired, and serve hot directly from the skillet.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the paprika. You can also substitute beef broth with chicken broth or water if needed.