Ground Beef and Broccoli Rice Skillet

A quick and flavorful one-pan meal featuring seasoned ground beef, tender broccoli florets, and fluffy quick-cooking rice simmered in a savory broth, finished with a sprinkle of cheddar cheese.

• Prep: 10 min
• Cook: 20 min
• Total: 30 min
• Servings: 6
• Cuisine: American
• Difficulty: Easy
• Cost: $3.81/serving

Dietary

• Nut-Free
• Soy-Free
• Egg-Free
• High-Protein
• Gluten-Free
• Low-Sugar

Tags

• one-pot
• quick
• comfort food
• savory
• kid-friendly
• budget-friendly

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1.5 pound ground beef
• 1 yellow onion (medium, diced)
• 3 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 cup chicken broth
• 4 cup broccoli florets
• 3 cup instant rice
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 1 1/2 pounds of ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add 1 diced yellow onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in 3 cups of chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add 4 cups of broccoli florets and cook for 3-5 minutes, until tender-crisp.
4. Stir in 3 cups of instant rice, cover the skillet, and remove from heat. Let it stand for 5 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed the liquid.
5. Fluff the rice with a fork. If desired, sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese before serving, allowing it to melt slightly.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of broth if needed.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 551
• Protein: 31.6 g
• Carbohydrates: 28.5 g
• Fat: 32.3 g
• Fiber: 2.3 g
• Sodium: 828 mg
• Saturated Fat: 16.3 g
• Cholesterol: 100 mg