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Bacon Cheeseburger Rice Skillet

A comforting one-pan meal that combines the flavors of a cheeseburger with easy, pantry-friendly ingredients, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or a meat alternative.
  • 1/2 medium onion, diced
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 2 cups instant rice A real time-saver!
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Can swap for pepper jack for a kick.
  • 4 strips cooked bacon, crumbled Everything's better with bacon!
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until nicely browned.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion turns translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the instant rice and pour in the beef broth. Bring to a boil.
  2. Once boiling, reduce heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes or until the rice is tender.
  3. Mix in the shredded cheese and crumbled bacon, stirring until the cheese melts.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.

Notes

Consider adding a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh herbs for garnish. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.