Description

This Ground Beef & Eggs recipe is a quick, high-protein meal made with savory ground beef and fluffy scrambled eggs. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this easy one-pan dish is flavorful, filling, and ready in just minutes.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika, optional
2 tablespoons chopped parsley or green onions, optional for garnish

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Instructions

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil or butter.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon.
Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika if using.
Cook the beef for 6–8 minutes, or until browned and fully cooked.
Reduce the heat slightly and crack the eggs directly into the skillet.
Gently stir the eggs into the beef mixture to scramble them together.
Continue cooking for 2–3 minutes until the eggs are fully set but still soft.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley or green onions before serving.

Notes

An 80/20 ground beef blend provides the best balance of flavor and moisture.Cook the eggs over medium-low heat to keep them soft and fluffy.You can cook the eggs separately and combine them with the beef if preferred.For extra flavor, add spices like cumin, chili powder, or smoked paprika.Shredded cheese such as cheddar or Monterey Jack can be stirred in while the eggs cook.This recipe works well with ground turkey, chicken.