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One-Pan Beef and Rice Skillet Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This One-Pan Beef and Rice Skillet is a quick and hearty meal perfect for busy weeknights. Ground beef is cooked with onions and seasoned with garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce, then combined with rice and simmered in savory beef broth. The dish is all made in one skillet, making cleanup easy and allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. Optional toppings like fresh parsley, shredded cheese, and sliced green onions add a fresh and cheesy finish.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 2.5 cups chopped onions
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice (or brown rice for a healthier twist)
  • 2½ cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional, for depth of flavor)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings

  • Chopped fresh parsley
  • Shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • Sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. Cook the Beef and Onions: In a large skillet or deep pan over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onions until the beef is browned and no longer pink. Break the beef into small pieces as it cooks.
  2. Drain Excess Fat: Drain excess fat from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon for flavor.
  3. Add Rice and Seasonings: Stir in the uncooked rice, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce (if using), salt, and pepper.
  4. Toast the Rice: Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the rice to lightly toast and absorb the flavors.
  5. Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in the beef broth, stirring to combine.
  6. Bring to a Boil: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  7. Simmer Covered: Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  8. Finish and Fluff: Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  9. Serve: Serve hot, garnished with your choice of optional toppings, such as chopped parsley, shredded cheese, or sliced green onions.

Notes

  • For a healthier option, substitute white rice with brown rice; note that cooking time may increase slightly.
  • Worcestershire sauce is optional but adds a nice depth of flavor.
  • Drain excess beef fat to reduce greasiness, but leave a tablespoon for flavor.
  • Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or peas for extra nutrition.
  • If using cheese as a topping, add it right after fluffing the rice so it melts nicely.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/one-pan-beef-and-rice-skillet-recipe/