This Lazy Garlic-Butter Ground Beef & Broccoli Pasta Skillet is a quick and satisfying dish that combines the rich flavors of garlic butter with tender ground beef and fresh broccoli. Perfect for a 20-minute dinner, this recipe is an ideal lazy dinner idea for busy weeknights.
With minimal prep and cooking time, this easy skillet meal delivers comfort food at its finest. The garlic butter pasta ties everything together, making it a delicious family favorite.
Quick and Easy Ground Beef Pasta Skillet
This skillet meal features ground beef sautéed with garlic and broccoli, tossed with pasta and a luscious garlic butter sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, it serves 4 people and is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice (e.g., penne or fusilli)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Add the broccoli florets during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add Garlic and Butter: Lower the heat and add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine: Add the cooked pasta and broccoli to the skillet. Toss everything together to combine, seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 450kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
