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Creamy Cottage Cheese Beef Skillet

Creamy Cottage Cheese Beef Skillet

  • Author: Freya Allen
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Creamy Cottage Cheese Beef Skillet is a quick and comforting one-pan dinner made with lean ground beef, onion, garlic, beef broth, paprika, and cottage cheese for a rich, creamy finish without heavy cream. This easy high-protein beef skillet is hearty, savory, and perfect for busy weeknights when you want a simple homemade meal that feels cozy, satisfying, and family friendly. Serve it with rice, potatoes, vegetables, or crusty bread for a delicious dinner that comes together fast and tastes like classic comfort food with a lighter twist.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh parsley for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned and fully cooked.
  5. Season with paprika, black pepper, and salt to taste, then stir well.
  6. Pour in the beef broth and let the mixture simmer for 3 to 5 minutes.
  7. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cottage cheese until melted into the beef and creamy.
  8. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef for the best balance of flavor and texture.
  • Keep the heat low when adding cottage cheese so the sauce stays creamy.
  • A splash of extra broth can loosen the mixture if needed.
  • This skillet is delicious served over rice, potatoes, pasta, or with crusty bread.
  • Leftovers reheat well for an easy lunch or second dinner.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Lunch
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 31 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg

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