Description
Indulge in the savory delight of a Bacon Cheeseburger Rice Skillet, where tender rice meets juicy ground beef, crispy bacon, and melted cheese. Each bite offers a creamy texture with a burst of flavor, enhanced by the rich umami of the beef and the smoky crunch of bacon.
Ingredients
Scale
- Protein:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 slices of bacon, chopped
- Grains:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- Dairy:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- Vegetables:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup beef broth
- Spices:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
- Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the ground beef, cooking until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the rice, diced tomatoes, beef broth, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Top with the crispy bacon before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, add a splash of milk to loosen the rice and heat in a skillet over low heat.
- For a healthier option, substitute ground turkey for beef and use low-fat cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: skillet cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the skillet
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
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