Main Dishes · 30 minutes

Cheesy Beef and Rice Skillet

Name: Cheesy Beef and Rice Skillet
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup dry basmati rice; 14 ounces fire-roasted bell peppers and onion; 1 pound ground beef; 1 cup shredded cheese (I used a mix of mozzarella, Monterey Jack, and cheddar cheese); Olive oil, optional; Tortillas, optional for serving

By Frida Sofia30 min totalServes 4 servings

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This cheesy beef and rice skillet is perfect for a busy weeknight! Made with just a handful of ingredients, it comes together in one pan so quickly! I’ve been making this for years and love having it as leftovers as well, either as is or with a tortilla as a burrito!

Cheesy Beef and Rice Skillet

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PREP

30 min

COOK

30 min

TOTAL

4 servings

SERVINGS

Ingredients

Instructions

1
Cook the basmati rice according to package instructions.
2
In a large pan over medium heat, add a little olive oil if using. Add the ground beef, break apart, and cook until mostly browned.
3
Add the fire-roasted bell peppers and onion. Stir and sauté for a few minutes until softened and combined with the beef.
4
Add the cooked rice to the pan and stir everything together.
5
Add the shredded cheese and stir until melted and combined.
6
Serve as is or with tortillas.