Easy One-Pan Dinner (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef
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1 medium yellow onion, chopped
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1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper
→ Rice & Liquids
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1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
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10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel), undrained
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1½ cups beef broth
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
→ Toppings
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for serving)
# Instructions:
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef along with the minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook the beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until it's nicely browned all the way through. Drain off any excess fat, then put the skillet back on the stove over medium heat.
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Toss in the chopped onion and red bell pepper. Let them cook for about 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions turn translucent and the peppers start to soften up.
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Pour in the uncooked rice, the can of tomatoes with chilies (don't drain it), beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Give everything a good stir to mix it all together evenly.
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Turn up the heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once it's boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and let it simmer gently for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and tender.
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Take the skillet off the heat and scatter the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Put the lid back on and let it sit for 5 minutes so the cheese gets all melted and gooey.
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If you'd like, sprinkle some freshly chopped parsley over the top for a pop of color and freshness. Serve hot straight from the skillet.
# Notes:
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This is a perfect weeknight dinner that comes together in just one pan, making cleanup super easy.
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You can use any type of ground beef you prefer - leaner beef will have less fat to drain off.
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Make sure not to drain the canned tomatoes with chilies, as that liquid helps cook the rice and adds tons of flavor.