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Ground Beef and Rice

Savory Ground Beef and Rice for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

This easy Ground Beef and Rice recipe is a comfort food favorite, perfect for satisfying weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust based on desired spice level.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Adds smoky depth.
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Rice Use white or brown rice.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth For a vegetarian twist, use vegetable broth.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any neutral oil can also be used.
  • 1 medium Onion Opt for yellow or white for best flavor.
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Use your favorite variety.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced, or garlic powder in a pinch.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and dice the onion and bell pepper. Mince the garlic.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add onion and bell pepper, and sauté until tender.
  3. Add Ground Beef: Incorporate ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned.
  4. Add Garlic & Spices: Stir in minced garlic, chili powder, and cumin, and cook for another minute.
  5. Add Rice & Broth: Pour in rinsed rice and chicken broth, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer until rice is tender.
  6. Fluff & Serve: Let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Rinse rice before cooking to ensure fluffiness. Don't lift the lid while cooking to trap steam.

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