Can I switch up the type of meat?

You can use any type of ground meat you prefer in this recipe: turkey, chicken, pork, or a combination of these. If you use ground poultry consider adding a little extra Worcestershire to amp up the flavor.

What type of rice is best in this recipe?

I use long grain rice in this recipe but you can use most any rice, however you may have to adjust the cooking time according to the variety you use. I don't recommend jasmine rice because it is too delicate to withstand the big flavors in this hamburger and rice skillet recipe. Short grain, white rice, brown rice, even Basmati rice will all work beautifully.

Can I substitute the onion/garlic/bell pepper?

I don't recommend skipping the onion and garlic as they add a ton of flavor to the finished dish, however you can use any color of bell pepper you prefer or switch it out with other small veggies like peas, carrots, corn, or frozen mixed vegetables.

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner

Name: Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 lb ground beef; 1 yellow onion, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 10 oz can Rotel Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies (undrained); 1 1/2 cups beef broth; 1 cup long grain rice; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese; parsley for garnish if desired

Description

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet is a 30 minute, one pan meal the entire family will love! Ground beef, rice, peppers, tomatoes, and cheese come together for a complete comfort food meal.

Ingredients

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1.5 lb ground beef
1 yellow onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
10 oz can Rotel Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies (undrained)
1 1/2 cups beef broth
1 cup long grain rice
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
parsley for garnish if desired

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Instructions

In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain and return to skillet. While meat is browning, dice onion and bell pepper.
Add onion, pepper, garlic, salt, and pepper to meat and stir to mix. Cook 3 minutes stirring occasionally.
Add beef broth, rice, Rotel, and Worcestershire to the skillet and stir to mix.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 20 minute or until rice is tender.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with cheese. Serve with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Do not pre-cook the rice, it cooks up in the liquid in the skillet and absorbs all that amazing flavor.
Don’t rush the step cooking the onion and garlic with the meat, this adds a lot of flavor to the meat and makes the final result so tasty.
Want it spicier? Choose the “Hot” variety of Rotel to add in.

Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: main course
Method: stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size:
Calories: 381
Sugar: 4.8 g
Sodium: 968.8 mg
Fat: 11.1 g
Carbohydrates: 34.7 g
Protein: 33.3 g
Cholesterol: 89.6 mg