Description
A creamy, savory one-pan skillet combining seasoned ground beef, garlic-buttered rice, and a cheddar-parmesan sauce, ready in 35–40 minutes for a comforting, easy dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 Tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high, brown the beef, season lightly, and drain excess fat.
- Push beef aside, add garlic to the bare pan, sauté for about 1 minute.
- Stir in onion powder and Cajun seasoning, coating the beef.
- Add rice and beef broth, bring to a boil.
- Reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Off heat, mix in Parmesan and cheddar until creamy and cheesy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, serve hot—garnished with parsley or extra cheese if desired.
Notes
- Swap beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Use brown rice—just need to increase liquid and cooking time slightly.
- Make it spicy with crushed red pepper or extra Cajun seasoning.
- For a golden crust, sprinkle extra cheese on top and briefly broil before serving.
- Boost veggies—add bell peppers or spinach when mixing in cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
