One-Pan Italian Keto Beef Skillet – Easy & Cheesy Low-Carb Dinner
This One-Pan Italian Keto Beef Skillet is a quick, easy, and low-carb dinner packed with bold Italian flavors! Made with savory ground beef, marinara, mozzarella, and riced cauliflower, it’s the perfect cheesy, comforting skillet meal with minimal prep and easy cleanup. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is a weeknight lifesaver for anyone following a keto or low-carb lifestyle!
Servings: 6
Calories: 344kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cups Rao's marinara
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated (freshly shredded melts best!)
- 10 oz frozen steamed riced cauliflower
- ½ cup beef broth
- ½ onion, chopped (or 1 tsp onion powder for fewer carbs)
- 1 tsp garlic powder (or 2 cloves fresh minced garlic!)
- ½ tsp oregano
- ½ tsp pepper
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Brown the ground beef in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat until fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess grease.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and fragrant (about 3 minutes). Stir in garlic powder and oregano for extra flavor.
- Steam the riced cauliflower according to package instructions, then strain well to remove extra moisture. Stir it into the skillet.
- Pour in the marinara sauce and beef broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 15 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 5 minutes until the cheese begins to melt.
- Move to the top oven rack and broil for 1-2 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately!
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Notes
Notes & Substitutions:
- Want it extra creamy? Stir in 2 oz cream cheese while simmering for a richer, creamier sauce.
- Need a dairy-free option? Swap mozzarella for a dairy-free cheese alternative or skip the cheese altogether.
- Make it spicier! Add ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes or use spicy Italian sausage instead of ground beef.
- Meal Prep Tip: This dish stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days and freezes for up to 3 months—just reheat and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 344kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 17g | Fiber: 2g
