Description
This Cheeseburger Rice recipe is a comforting one-pan meal that combines all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger with the convenience of a rice dish. Ground beef is browned with onions and garlic, then simmered with beef broth, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and rice until tender. Finished with melted cheddar cheese, this dish is perfect for a quick, satisfying family dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup diced onion (white or yellow)
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ⅓ cup ketchup
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (rinsed)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional Toppings
- Shredded lettuce
- Tomato slices
- Pickles
- Burger sauce
Instructions
- Cook onion and beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ½ cup diced onion and cook for about 3 minutes until tender. Add the 1 pound of lean ground beef, crumble it with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 7 minutes.
- Season beef mixture: Stir in 2 teaspoons minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Then season the mixture with 1 teaspoon Kosher salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper, mixing well.
- Add liquids and rice: Pour in 2 cups beef broth, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, and ⅓ cup ketchup. Add the 1 cup rinsed long-grain white rice to the skillet and stir everything together thoroughly.
- Simmer the rice: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed all the liquid and is tender.
- Incorporate cheese: Remove the lid and stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese into the hot rice mixture. Continue heating and stirring until the cheese has fully melted and combined with the rice and beef.
- Serve and garnish: Plate the cheeseburger rice and enjoy it with your favorite burger toppings like shredded lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, and burger sauce to add freshness and extra flavor.
Notes
- Be sure to rinse the rice before cooking to remove excess starch and prevent it from becoming gummy.
- Use lean ground beef (90% lean or higher) to reduce fat content in the dish.
- Adjust seasoning to taste; you can add more ketchup or Worcestershire sauce for a tangier flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- For a slightly richer dish, you can substitute beef broth with bone broth or add a splash of cream before adding the cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cheeseburger Rice, one pan meal, ground beef recipe, quick dinner, comfort food, cheesy rice
