High Protein Ground Beef Skillet
A simple and delicious high-protein ground beef skillet packed with vegetables and seasoned for a flavorful, nutritious meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 medium zucchini, diced
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup low sodium beef broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 6-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
Drain excess fat from the skillet if necessary.
Add diced red bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Stir in smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Pour in beef broth and stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes to let flavors meld and broth reduce slightly.
Add chopped spinach and cook for 1 minute until wilted.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.