Description
A delicious one-pan cheesy beef and rice dish that’s easy to make and perfect for dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook while breaking it apart until fully browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, just until fragrant.
- Add the uncooked rice, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the milk, cheddar, and Parmesan, mixing continuously until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the cheese sauce into the skillet with the beef and rice. Stir until evenly combined.
- Cook uncovered for 2–3 minutes to allow flavors to come together. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated, making it a great option for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg