Description
This Ground Beef and Rice Skillet is a quick, one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. Made with simple ingredients, it’s hearty, flavorful, and ready in just 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Brown the Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until fully browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess grease if necessary.
- Add the Rice and Seasoning: Stir in uncooked white rice, bell pepper, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute flavors.
- Incorporate Liquids and Tomatoes: Pour in beef broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Cook Until Tender: Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce heat to low, and let cook for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Finish and Serve: If desired, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top and let melt before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Protein Swap: Replace ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles.
- Spicy Kick: Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
- Vegetable Boost: Add zucchini, corn, or spinach.
- Cheesy Delight: Stir in extra shredded cheese.
- Brown Rice Option: Substitute white rice with brown rice and adjust cooking time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: ground beef and rice, one-pan meal, easy skillet dinner, 30-minute meal, family-friendly dinner