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Ground Beef and Rice Skillet
A quick and hearty one-pan meal combining seasoned ground beef, vegetables, and rice for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Meat and grains
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 bell pepper (diced) bell pepper (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced) garlic (minced)
- Optional: 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese for topping
Instructions
- Heat oil and cook beef until browned; season with salt and pepper.
- Add onions, peppers, and garlic; sauté 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in paprika and oregano.
- Add rice, beef broth, and tomatoes; bring to boil, then simmer covered 18-20 minutes.
- Fluff rice, top with cheese if desired, and serve.
Notes
You can add more vegetables or cheese for extra flavor.