ground beef and rice
This Ground Beef and Rice Skillet is a simple, hearty dish that combines seasoned ground beef with fluffy rice and vegetables in a single pan. It’s a great weeknight meal that’s both filling and flavorful.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or frying pan
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 lid for the skillet
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional) Optional ingredient.
- for garnish fresh parsley (optional) Optional ingredient.
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper, mixing well to combine.
- Add the uncooked rice to the skillet and stir to coat the rice with the beef mixture.
- Pour in the beef broth and stir. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
- Cover the skillet with a lid and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid.
- If using, stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
You can customize this recipe by adding other vegetables like corn or carrots.
For a variation, try using ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.