High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Ground Beef Bowls

Ingredients

• 1 lb 93/7 lean ground beef
• 2 cup white rice (cooked)
• 2 cup broccoli florets
• 0.5 onion (medium, diced)
• 3 garlic (cloves, minced)
• 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
• 1 cup reduced fat cheddar cheese (shredded)
• salt (to taste)
• pepper (to taste)
• garlic powder (to taste)
• onion powder (to taste)
• paprika (to taste)

Steps

1. 1

   Cook the white rice according to the package directions. Set aside.

2. 2

   In a large skillet or pan, cook the diced onion for 3–4 minutes until softened.

3. 3

   Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add the ground beef to the pan. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned.

5. 5

   Stir in the broccoli florets, beef broth, and the cooked white rice.

6. 6

   Cover the pan and cook for 4–6 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.

7. 7

   Stir in the shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese until it is completely melted and the mixture is creamy.

8. 8

   Divide the broccoli cheddar ground beef mixture into three bowls and serve.

Notes

Nutrition per bowl: 528 calories, 48g protein, 43g carbs, 16g fat.

Nutrition per serving

• high-protein
• ground beef
• broccoli
• meal prep
• healthy
• main course
• one-pan