Description
Garlic Butter Beef and Rice Skillet with Cheddar Parmesan Sauce is a mouthwatering one-pan meal that combines juicy ground beef and perfectly seasoned rice, all enveloped in a rich, creamy cheese sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering comfort and flavor in under 40 minutes. With the tantalizing aroma of garlic and the indulgence of cheddar and parmesan, every bite is a delightful experience. Plus, cleanup is a breeze since everything cooks in one skillet! Customize it with your favorite veggies or spices to make it uniquely yours.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice (uncooked)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
- 2 cups Beef Broth
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary and season with salt and pepper.
- Push beef to one side; add minced garlic to the empty space and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in onion powder and Cajun seasoning until the beef is evenly coated.
- Add uncooked rice and beef broth; stir well to combine. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is cooked through, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat; fold in cheddar and parmesan cheeses until melted and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as desired before serving immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg