Cheesy Carnivore Ground Beef Skillet
A rich, one-pan carnivore ground beef recipe loaded with melted cheddar and a silky cream cheese sauce. At just 1.5g net carbs per serving and ready in 25 minutes, it's a hearty zero-prep dinner for low-carb and carnivore diet eaters who want maximum protein and flavor.
Head of Nutrition · June 17, 2026
Nutrition per serving
Per serving · makes 4. Values are estimates; brands vary.
This cheesy carnivore ground beef skillet is the ultimate zero-fuss dinner for anyone eating low-carb or carnivore. Browned beef simmered in a creamy cheese sauce and topped with melted cheddar delivers serious protein and richness in one pan, with almost no carbs.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef (80/20)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (optional, omit for strict carnivore)
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- 1
Melt the butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until well browned and no longer pink, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- 2
Drain off excess grease if desired, then season the beef with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium.
- 3
Stir in the cubed cream cheese and heavy cream, stirring constantly until the cream cheese fully melts into a smooth, glossy sauce, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- 4
Temper the beaten eggs by stirring in a spoonful of the hot sauce, then pour the eggs into the skillet while stirring quickly so they thicken the sauce without scrambling.
- 5
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and parmesan evenly over the top. Cover and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- 6
Remove from heat, let rest 2 minutes, and serve hot straight from the skillet.
Tips & notes
- For a golden, browned cheese crust, slide the uncovered skillet under a broiler for 2 to 3 minutes at the end instead of covering it.
- Strict carnivore eaters can drop the black pepper and parmesan; the dish still comes together with just beef, butter, cream cheese, cream, eggs, and cheddar.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently over low heat with a splash of cream to loosen the sauce.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many carbs are in cheesy carnivore ground beef skillet?
- Each serving has just 1.5g net carbs (1.5g total carbs, 0g fiber). It also delivers 612 calories, 41g protein, and 48g fat per serving, and the recipe makes 4 servings.
- Is this recipe carnivore diet friendly?
- Yes. Every ingredient is animal-based: ground beef, butter, cream cheese, heavy cream, eggs, and cheese. For a strict carnivore version, simply omit the optional black pepper and the parmesan.
- Can I make this ahead or freeze it?
- It keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheats well over low heat with a splash of cream. You can freeze it for up to 2 months, though the cream sauce texture is best fresh or refrigerated rather than frozen.
