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Cozy Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner: Easy One-Pan Meal

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A quick and easy one-pan meal featuring ground beef and rice cooked together in a savory broth, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 1 cup (200g) long-grain white rice
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups (480ml) low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 can (14.5 oz / 411g) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • Hot sauce to taste (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: dice the onion, mince the garlic, and measure out the rice and broth.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
  3. Push beef to one side, add diced onion, and cook for 2 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Mix everything together.
  4. Drain excess fat if needed, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.
  5. Sprinkle paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper over the beef mixture. Stir well. Add diced tomatoes (with juice) and Worcestershire sauce. Stir again.
  6. Add uncooked rice and stir to combine. Pour in beef broth and stir until rice is evenly distributed and submerged.
  7. Bring to a boil over high heat, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Reduce heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 18-20 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  9. After 18 minutes, remove lid and check rice. It should be tender and liquid mostly absorbed. If still firm, cover and cook 2-3 more minutes. If done but excess liquid remains, let sit uncovered for 1-2 minutes.
  10. Remove from heat, fluff rice with a fork. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For best results, use 80/20 ground beef and long-grain white rice. Do not lift the lid while simmering to ensure rice cooks properly. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat with a splash of broth to restore moisture.

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Keywords: ground beef, rice, skillet dinner, one-pan meal, weeknight dinner, comfort food

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