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30-Minute Keto Taco Skillet

Looking for a dinner that's both delicious and keto-friendly? This keto taco skillet recipe combines all the flavors you love in a deliciously easy skillet dinner. Ground beef is seasoned with fragrant spices and combined with onion, jalapeno, and diced tomatoes. The addition of cream cheese adds a little creaminess that takes the flavors to the next level. You won't believe how good this simple one-pan meal is!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: skillet dinner
Servings: 4
Calories: 612.15kcal
Author: Wendy Polisi

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon avocado or olive oil
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 1 jalapeno diced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons keto taco seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes with chili peppers
  • 2 ounces cream cheese cut into pieces
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • For serving: jalapeños scallions, sour cream, diced tomatoes, cheese, avocado, guacamole

Instructions

  • Preheat the oil in a skillet to medium-high heat.
  • Add the onion and jalapeno and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add the ground beef, garlic, and taco seasoning. Cook for 5 minutes, breaking up the meat with the back of a spoon, or until the meat is browned. Drain excess fat if desired.
  • Add the apple cider vinegar and diced tomatoes.
  • Bring to a simmer, and then stir in the cream cheese. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add the cheese and cover. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the cheese melts.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 612.15kcal | Carbohydrates: 5.24g | Protein: 33.81g | Fat: 50.3g | Saturated Fat: 22.82g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.95g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17.87g | Trans Fat: 1.4g | Cholesterol: 151.33mg | Sodium: 592.03mg | Potassium: 411.57mg | Fiber: 0.69g | Sugar: 1.97g | Vitamin A: 912.25IU | Vitamin C: 6.45mg | Calcium: 440.25mg | Iron: 2.46mg