Description
This one-pot Skillet Beef and Rice is a hearty, comforting meal designed for busy weeknights. By combining lean ground beef, tender long-grain rice, and protein-packed kidney beans in a single pan, this recipe delivers a wholesome dinner with minimal cleanup. Infused with savory beef broth, aromatic garlic, and pantry staples, it creates a deeply satisfying flavor profile. Perfect for families or meal prepping, this flexible, stress-free dish ensures you get a balanced, nutritious dinner on the table in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup beef broth
1/2 cup long grain rice, rinsed
1 teaspoon beef bouillon
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
1 (16 oz) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Brown the meat
In a large 12-inch skillet, cook your ground beef and diced onion over medium heat. Use a wooden spoon to break up the meat as it browns, ensuring it cooks evenly until no pink remains. If there is excess grease in the pan, drain it carefully before proceeding to the next step.
Step 2: Simmer the rice
Stir in the canned tomatoes, beef broth, rice, beef bouillon, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil for one minute. Reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the rice is tender.
Step 3: Combine and serve
Remove the lid and stir in the corn and kidney beans. Continue to simmer for 2 additional minutes until everything is warmed through. Taste the dish and season with salt and pepper to your preference before serving immediately.
Pro Tips
- Always rinse your rice under cold water before cooking to remove excess starch and prevent it from becoming gummy.
- Keep the lid on while the rice simmers; opening it too often releases the steam needed for fluffy rice.
- If the skillet looks dry before the rice is fully cooked, add a splash of extra beef broth or water.
- Let the dish sit for 2–3 minutes off the heat before serving; this allows the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Notes
Substitute kidney beans with black beans for a different texture. Jasmine or basmati rice can be used, though you may need to adjust the broth volume slightly. Ensure you use a non-alcoholic Worcestershire sauce brand. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg