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Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Recipe Recipe

Ground Beef And Rice Skillet Recipe

A hearty, comforting, one-pan meal made with ground beef, rice, vegetables, and savory seasonings. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is filling, family-friendly, and ready in about 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 persons
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g ground beef, 93% lean
  • 200 g long-grain white rice 1 cup, uncooked
  • 1 medium yellow onion about 150 g, diced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper about 120 g, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 400 g diced tomatoes, canned with juices 1 can, about 14 oz
  • 480 ml beef broth 2 cups
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¾ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 80 g frozen peas ½ cup
  • 80 g shredded cheddar cheese (optional) ¾ cup
  • fresh parsley (optional) for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 large skillet with lid
  • 1 wooden spoon or spatula
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the red bell pepper and continue to cook for another 2 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink (about 5-6 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
  5. Stir in the uncooked rice. Let it toast for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  6. Add canned diced tomatoes with their juices, beef broth, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
  7. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
  8. Stir in the frozen peas. Cook uncovered for another 2 minutes until peas are heated through.
  9. If using, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Cover for 1-2 minutes until cheese is melted.
  10. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version. Adjust spice by adding a pinch of cayenne for heat. For a richer flavor, try swapping some beef broth for tomato sauce. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.