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Easy Keto Cheesy Beef Taco Skillet Recipe for Quick Low Carb Meals

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A quick and easy keto-friendly skillet meal featuring ground beef, cheddar cheese, and taco spices, perfect for busy weeknights and low-carb diets.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • 1 ½ cups (150 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp (30 g) tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp (7 g) chili powder
  • 1 tsp (2 g) ground cumin
  • 1 tsp (2 g) smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
  • Jalapeño (optional, diced)

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until shimmering but not smoking.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are translucent and fragrant.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Break it up with a spatula and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned with no pink remaining. Drain excess fat if needed, leaving a little for flavor.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring often to bloom the spices.
  5. Remove skillet from heat and evenly sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture. Cover with a lid or foil and let sit for 3-5 minutes until cheese melts and becomes gooey.
  6. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and diced jalapeños if desired. Serve directly from the skillet.

Notes

If cheese isn’t melting evenly, place skillet in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid browning. Covering the skillet while cheese melts traps heat and moisture for a creamy texture. Adjust salt and spice levels to taste. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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