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Keto Cheeseburger Lunch Skillet - Fast, Flavorful, and Low-Carb

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small dill pickle, finely chopped (plus extra for topping)
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional but tasty)
  • 1 tbsp sugar-free ketchup
  • 1 tsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (check for low-carb)
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or slices of American/cheddar)
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce (for serving)
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise (for drizzling)
  • Red pepper flakes or hot sauce, to taste (optional)

Method
 

  1. Heat the pan: Warm a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the oil.
  2. Brown the beef: Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned with crispy edges, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Sauté aromatics: Push the beef to one side. Add onion to the open space and cook 2–3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add flavor: Mix in chopped pickle, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire, smoked paprika, and onion powder. Stir to coat the beef evenly. If using tomatoes, fold them in now.
  5. Melt the cheese: Sprinkle cheese over the skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover for 1–2 minutes, and let it melt.
  6. Finish and serve: Turn off heat. Top with extra pickles and a drizzle of mayonnaise. Serve over shredded lettuce or alongside a simple salad.