Wicked Easy Beef and Rice
Craving a quick, hearty dinner that’s big on flavor but easy on effort? This "Wicked Easy Beef and Rice" recipe is your go-to solution for busy weeknights! Featuring tender ground beef, perfectly seasoned with garlic, paprika, and soy sauce, this one-pan wonder brings bold, savory flavors to the table in just 35 minutes. Toasted white rice soaks up the rich beef broth, while optional peas add a pop of color and freshness. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, it’s a family-friendly dish that delivers maximum comfort with every bite. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or meal prep, this deliciously easy beef and rice recipe promises satisfaction without the stress. Serve it straight from the skillet for a no-fuss, crowd-pleasing meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup frozen peas (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the skillet, if necessary.
Stir in the paprika, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to coat the beef evenly.
Add the uncooked rice to the skillet and stir to combine, toasting the rice lightly for 1-2 minutes.
Pour in the beef broth and soy sauce, stirring to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
If using frozen peas, stir them into the dish during the last 5 minutes of cooking to heat through.
Remove from heat and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice with a fork.
Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired, and enjoy your wicked easy meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1511 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.6 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.1 g | 176% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 4432 mg | 193% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.5 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 95.3 g | 191% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1953 mg | 42% | |
*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.
