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Easy One-Pan Ground Beef and Rice Skillet

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A quick, one-pan weeknight dinner featuring tender ground beef, fluffy rice, and a savory-sweet sauce, ready in under 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound 80/20 ground beef
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (rinsed)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup of white rice in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and break it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Add diced onion to the beef and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in paprika, black pepper, and salt. Cook for 30 seconds to toast the spices.
  5. Pour in beef broth, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and tomato paste. Stir well to combine and scrape up browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  6. Stir in the rinsed rice, ensuring it is submerged in the liquid.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 18-20 minutes without lifting the lid.
  8. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to finish absorbing liquid.
  9. Fluff with a fork and serve hot. Garnish with parsley or green onions if desired.

Notes

Rinsing the rice is crucial to remove excess starch and prevent a gummy texture. Do not lift the lid while simmering to ensure proper steam cooking. If using brown rice, increase cooking time to 40-45 minutes and add an extra cup of broth. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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