One-Pot Creamy Beef & Mushroom Zoodle Skillet (Keto, 18-Minute Recipe)

This quick and easy one-pot skillet features tender beef strips, sautéed mushrooms, and spiralized zucchini noodles in a creamy garlic-herb sauce—all keto-friendly and ready in under 20 minutes.

⏱️ 18 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 370 calories
One-Pot Creamy Beef & Mushroom Zoodle Skillet (Keto, 18-Minute Recipe)
Ingredients
  • 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 3 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
  • 2 cups cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 0.33 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
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Instructions

1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced beef, season with salt and pepper, and sear until browned, about 3 minutes.

⏱️ 3 minutes 🌡️ medium-high
2

Add mushrooms and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until mushrooms are soft and garlic is fragrant, about 3 minutes.

⏱️ 3 minutes 🌡️ medium-high
3

Reduce heat to medium. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, then add fresh thyme. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly.

⏱️ 2 minutes 🌡️ medium
4

Add zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss everything together. Cook for 2–3 minutes until zoodles are just tender but not mushy.

⏱️ 3 minutes 🌡️ medium
5

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.

⏱️ 1 minute
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Nutrition Information

370
Calories
29g
Protein
7g
Carbs
25g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, but thaw and drain them well before adding to the skillet to avoid excess moisture.

Add them at the end and cook briefly—overcooking makes them release more water.

Yes, toss in baby spinach or chopped bell pepper with the mushrooms for extra nutrients.

It's best enjoyed fresh, but you can prep the beef and veggies in advance for a faster cook time.

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