Quick recipes with ground beef and broccoli
Got ground beef and broccoli and not sure what to make? Here are 8 easy dinners you can cook tonight. Each one keeps to everyday ingredients and a single skillet or sheet pan where possible, with rough prep and cook times so you can pick by how much time you have. Prefer to cook with exactly what's on your shelf? Tell Cache & Cook what you have and it drafts a recipe free.
Beef and Broccoli with Garlic-Ginger Sauce
20 min Serves 4weeknightasian-inspiredquick
Ground Beef and Broccoli with Ginger-Lime Glaze
15 min Serves 4weeknightasian-inspiredquick
Sizzling Beef and Broccoli with Chili Crisp
15 min Serves 4weeknightasian-inspiredspicy
Soy-Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli Skillet
15 min Serves 4weeknightquickone-pan
Garlic Beef and Broccoli with Crispy Ginger
20 min Serves 4weeknightquickasian-inspired
Garlic-Ginger Ground Beef with Charred Broccoli
15 min Serves 4weeknightasian-inspiredquick
Garlic Beef and Broccoli with Brown Butter
25 min Serves 4weeknightcomfort-foodquick
Ginger-Garlic Ground Beef with Charred Broccoli
15 min Serves 4weeknightasian-inspiredquick
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Common questions
- Can I use frozen broccoli instead of fresh?
- Yes, frozen broccoli works great and actually saves prep time—just add it directly to the pan in the last few minutes of cooking, or thaw it first if you prefer. The nutritional value is virtually identical to fresh since it's frozen at peak ripeness.
- What can I serve ground beef and broccoli with if I don't have rice?
- Pasta, noodles, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread are all excellent options, or serve it over cauliflower rice for a lower-carb alternative. You can also stuff it into tortillas, pita pockets, or serve it over roasted sweet potatoes.
- How do I make this dish cheaper?
- Buy ground beef on sale and freeze it, use affordable frozen broccoli instead of fresh, and bulk out the dish with beans, lentils, or extra vegetables like carrots and onions. Shopping in bulk and using a basic soy sauce or tomato-based sauce rather than specialty ingredients also keeps costs down.
- How long does leftover ground beef and broccoli keep in the fridge?
- It stays fresh for 3-4 days when stored in an airtight container, and it freezes beautifully for up to 3 months. Just reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave, adding a splash of water or sauce if it seems dry.
- How can I make this healthier?
- Use extra-lean ground beef or swap half the meat for crumbled tofu or lentils, reduce added salt and sugar, and use low-sodium soy sauce or broth. Cooking it in just a small amount of oil and adding plenty of garlic, ginger, or spices for flavor instead of relying on sauces also boosts nutrition.