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Cheesy One-Pan Ground Beef and Rice Comfort Bowl Recipe You'll Love!

A comforting and cheesy one-pan meal featuring ground beef, rice, and melted cheddar cheese, perfect for a family dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
  3. Stir in the chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
  4. Add the uncooked rice, diced tomatoes (with their juice), and beef broth to the skillet. Stir to combine all ingredients.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid.
  6. Once the rice is tender, remove the skillet from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  7. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add a diced jalapeño or a teaspoon of red pepper flakes when cooking the beef.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option, and use brown rice for added fiber; just adjust the cooking time and liquid accordingly.

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