Ground Beef and Broccoli Casserole
A hearty and cheesy casserole featuring seasoned ground beef, broccoli, and a creamy cheese sauce—perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For the Casserole:
- 1 lb ground beef 85/15 or 80/20
- 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or thawed from frozen
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika optional
For the Sauce:
- 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Topping:
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, Colby Jack, or Monterey Jack
- ½ cup crushed Ritz crackers or panko breadcrumbs optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add onion and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft.
- Stir in broccoli and cook for 3–5 minutes until just tender. Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
- In a bowl, combine sour cream, cream cheese, milk, Dijon mustard, and 1 cup of shredded cheese.
- Add beef and broccoli mixture to the sauce. Stir until well combined.
- Transfer to the baking dish and spread evenly. Top with remaining cheese and crackers.
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can prep this casserole 1–2 days in advance and bake when needed.
- To make it low-carb, swap out crackers for pork rinds and use cauliflower instead of rice.
- Add jalapeños or red pepper flakes for a spicy variation.
- Freshly shredded cheese melts best—skip the pre-shredded stuff for creamier texture.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 440
- Protein: 27g
- Fat: 32g
- Total Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Net Carbs: 8g