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An extreme close-up of the ground beef and brussels sprouts skillet, showing the caramelized texture of the sprouts and the savory sauce.

Ground Beef and Brussels Sprouts: The Perfect 30-Minute Skillet Dinner

This Ground Beef and Brussels Sprouts skillet is a one-pan wonder ready in 30 minutes! It features savory ground beef and perfectly caramelized Brussels sprouts in a tangy garlic-balsamic sauce for a healthy, flavorful, and easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 425
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 lb Brussels Sprouts trimmed and halved
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef 85/15 or 90/10 recommended
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup Low-Sodium Beef Broth
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Knife and Cutting Board

Instructions
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place Brussels sprouts cut-side down and sear for 4-5 minutes without moving until golden brown. Stir and cook for 2-3 more minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart, until fully browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain any excess grease.
  4. Pour in the beef broth, balsamic vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes to let the sauce thicken slightly.
  5. Return the seared Brussels sprouts to the skillet. Stir to combine everything in the sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes for the flavors to meld together. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Notes

Tip 1: For the best flavor, do not move the Brussels sprouts while they are searing cut-side down. This creates a delicious caramelization.
Tip 2: Ensure you scrape the bottom of the pan after adding the liquids to incorporate all the flavorful browned bits into your sauce.
Tip 3: For a low-carb or keto-friendly version, ensure your Worcestershire sauce is sugar-free and serve with cauliflower rice.
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