Garlic Butter Beef Rice: A Quick and Cheesy Delight!
Garlic Butter Beef Rice is a quick and cheesy delight, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner with bold flavors and melty cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4–5 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cups cooked white rice (jasmine or basmati)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp cream cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Drain excess grease if needed, then stir in the butter and minced garlic. Let it sizzle for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- In an oven-safe skillet or baking dish, layer the cooked rice on the bottom, then evenly spread the garlic butter beef over the top.
- Sprinkle cheddar, Parmesan, and cream cheese over the beef layer. Pop under the broiler for 3–5 minutes, or bake at 375°F until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes (if using). Serve hot straight from the pan.
Notes
- This dish is perfect for a family dinner and can be made in under 30 minutes.
- Feel free to customize the cheese according to your preference.
- For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: ~545
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: varies
- Fat: ~30g
- Saturated Fat: ~15g
- Unsaturated Fat: varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~40g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Protein: ~32g
- Cholesterol: ~90mg