Garlic Butter Beef and Rice Skillet with Cheddar Parmesan Sauce
Garlic Butter Beef and Rice Skillet with Cheddar Parmesan Sauce is a comforting one-pan meal that effortlessly combines savory ground beef, fluffy rice, and a creamy garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this dish is packed with flavor and requires minimal prep time. With its cheesy goodness from cheddar and parmesan, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add ground beef and onions; cook until browned (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add rice and beef broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Stir in cheddar and parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Serve hot with any remaining buttery sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 455
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken. Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.