Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Ranchburger Meatballs Rice recipe, a hearty and flavor-packed fusion of comforting ingredients. Juicy, oven-baked meatballs made with a savory blend of ground beef, pork, and zesty ranch seasoning are nestled in a skillet of fragrant, perfectly cooked beef broth rice infused with garlic, paprika, and sautéed onions. This one-pan wonder is a breeze to prepare, combining the richness of homemade meatballs with the satisfying texture of lightly toasted rice, all in just under an hour. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of brightness, and serve this family-friendly dish piping hot for a complete meal bursting with bold, ranch-inspired flavors.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, ranch seasoning mix, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly incorporated, but do not overmix to avoid tough meatballs.
Roll the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs (you should have about 20-24 meatballs). Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
While the meatballs are baking, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the rice to the skillet and stir to coat the grains in the oil and onions. Cook for another 2 minutes to lightly toast the rice.
Pour in the beef broth, garlic powder, and paprika. Stir to combine, then bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the rice simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Once the meatballs are done baking, carefully add them to the skillet with the cooked rice. Gently stir to combine, ensuring the meatballs are nestled into the rice.
Optional: Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your Ranchburger Meatballs Rice!
Calories |
2611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 169.4 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.0 g | 285% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 747 mg | 249% | |
| Sodium | 6110 mg | 266% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.1 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 163.5 g | 327% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 1676 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.