Garlic Butter Beef and Rice
- Total Time40 minutes
- Yield4 servings 1x
This one pan garlic butter beef and rice combines seasoned ground beef with fluffy rice in a creamy cheddar Parmesan sauce. Ready in 40 minutes with simple ingredients, it is comfort food that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
- 1 lb ground beef, 85/15
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups low sodium beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 3 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, optional
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add the diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until browned and no pink remains. Drain excess fat if needed, leaving about 1 tablespoon.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
- Add the uncooked rice, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine, making sure the rice is evenly distributed.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover tightly with a lid and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes without lifting the lid, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- While the rice cooks, make the cheese sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Add the milk and warm gently. Stir in the cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, whisking until smooth and creamy. If too thick, add a splash more milk.
- Once the rice is done, pour the cheese sauce over the beef and rice mixture. Fold together gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Cook uncovered for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and any extra liquid to reduce. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Cheese Tips: Use freshly grated cheese for the smoothest sauce. Pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that can make the sauce grainy.
Rice Substitutions: Brown rice can be used but requires 40 to 45 minutes cooking time and an extra cup of broth.
Make It Spicy: Add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños for a kick of heat.
Leftovers: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk or broth to restore creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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