Description
A creamy, one-pan comfort dinner that blends tender ground beef, garlic, fluffy rice, and a cheesy butter sauce for a no-fuss, hearty meal.
Ingredients
- 450 g ground beef
- 200 g long-grain white rice
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1½ Tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 360 ml beef broth
- 240 ml heavy cream
- 100 g shredded cheddar cheese
- 40 g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water. In a saucepan, bring about 480 ml of water to a boil. Add the rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes. Let it rest for 5 minutes off the heat, then fluff with a fork.
- While the rice is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, break it up with a spoon, and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the minced garlic, onion powder, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the beef broth and heavy cream. Stir well and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and butter. Mix until everything is melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Gently fold in the cooked rice until fully combined and coated in the creamy sauce.
- Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top and serve hot.
Notes
- For a lower-carb version, substitute cauliflower rice.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning or add red pepper flakes for more heat.
- Add vegetables like spinach, peas, or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Ground turkey or chicken can be used instead of beef.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheated with a splash of broth or cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
