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Cheesy Beef & Rice Skillet

Ground beef, rice, and cheddar melt into one skillet in 25 minutes. Top with fried garlic, pickled chilies, and pickles for bright, salty contrast.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
612
Protein
34g
Cheesy Beef & Rice Skillet
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Brown ground beef in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains, ~5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Stir in uncooked rice and cook for 1 minute until it smells nutty.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in beef broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.

  4. Step 4

    Simmer 15 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

  5. Step 5

    Remove from heat, stir in cheddar cheese until melted.

  6. Step 6

    Top with fried garlic chips, pickled chilies, pickled garlic, and sliced pickles; serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet with lid
  • spoon

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