Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice—a delightful one-pot meal that combines tender ground beef, fluffy rice, and gooey cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is easy to make and guarantees smiles around the dinner table. Your family will love every cheesy bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop onions and garlic finely.
- In a large skillet, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned (7-8 minutes).
- Stir in cumin, paprika, and diced tomatoes; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Mix in rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and cook for 20 minutes without stirring.
- Once rice is tender, sprinkle with cheddar cheese, cover again until melted (3-5 minutes).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute ground turkey for a lighter option or add veggies like bell peppers or spinach. For extra creaminess, mix in a dollop of sour cream before serving.