Description
A one-pan Garlic Butter Beef & Rice Skillet recipe that combines tender ground beef, fluffy rice, and a rich garlic butter sauce for a quick, comforting, and flavor-packed dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup white rice (uncooked)
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cups beef broth or water with bouillon
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
- Add butter to the skillet and let it melt. Stir in the minced garlic and diced onion. Cook until soft and fragrant.
- Add the uncooked rice and stir to coat it with the garlic butter mixture.
- Pour in the beef broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 18–20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff with a fork, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- Substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Add vegetables like peas, carrots, or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Top with grated Parmesan or a squeeze of lemon juice for added flavor.
- Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
