Description
Bacon Cheeseburger Rice Skillet is the ultimate comfort food that combines the savory flavors of a classic cheeseburger with hearty rice in one easy-to-make dish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan recipe features crispy bacon, juicy ground beef, and melted cheddar cheese, making it a satisfying meal that the whole family will love. In just 30 minutes, you can create a delicious and filling dish that feels like a warm hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 oz thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp mustard
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy (about 7 minutes). Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet with leftover grease, sauté the diced onion until translucent (about 4 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up as it cooks until browned (5-6 minutes).
- Stir in rice and beef broth; bring to a simmer and cover. Cook on low heat for about 15 minutes until rice is tender.
- Mix in ketchup and mustard until well combined. Sprinkle cheese on top and cover to melt (about 2 minutes).
- Crumble crispy bacon into the skillet before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg