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High Protein Ground Beef Skillet: Best Easy Weeknight Meal

  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A quick, one-pan weeknight dinner packed with protein and fiber. This easy ground beef skillet uses simple pantry ingredients to create a flavorful, satisfying meal that is ready in about 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds lean ground beef (85/15)
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 2 medium red and green bell peppers, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, fresh cilantro, avocado slices, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Prep veggies by dicing onion and peppers into 1/2-inch pieces and mincing garlic.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and break into small crumbles. Cook for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink. Drain excess grease if necessary.
  3. Add diced onions and peppers to the pan with the beef. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  4. Stir in taco seasoning, cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute to toast spices. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the bottom. Simmer for 1 minute.
  5. Add drained black beans and corn to the skillet. Stir to combine and simmer for 3-4 minutes until beans are heated through and sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Remove pan from heat. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Cover with a lid or foil for 1-2 minutes until cheese is melted.
  7. Serve immediately with optional toppings like sour cream, cilantro, or avocado.

Notes

Do not overcook the beef to keep it juicy. Toast spices in the pan to enhance flavor. Rinse canned beans thoroughly to remove starch and excess sodium. This recipe is naturally gluten-free, but check seasoning labels. It freezes well for up to 3 months.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of the skillet
  • Calories: 380
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 18
  • Carbohydrates: 24
  • Fiber: 8
  • Protein: 32

Keywords: ground beef skillet, high protein dinner, weeknight meals, one pan meal, healthy dinner, easy recipes, gluten-free

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