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Creamy Parmesan Ground Beef Skillet

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A quick and flavorful skillet dish featuring seasoned ground beef in a creamy Parmesan sauce with spinach and lemon zest.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1 pound ground beef (85–90% lean)
  • 1–2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or dried oregano and basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup beef or chicken broth, low sodium
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half for lighter
  • 3/4 to 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped or frozen spinach (thawed, squeezed dry)
  • Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon lemon zest and juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions 

  • Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned, then remove excess fat.
  • Sauté onion and garlic until translucent and fragrant.
  • Add broth, Worcestershire, and Dijon; simmer briefly. Stir in cream and Parmesan until smooth.
  • Fold in spinach, lemon zest, and juice; cook until wilted. Finish with parsley, salt, and pepper.

Notes

Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Ground Beef