Description
The Beefy Garlic Butter Bowl is a comforting dish that combines juicy ground beef, tender rice, and a creamy cheddar sauce, all infused with rich garlic and butter flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this one-pot meal is not only quick to prepare but also highly customizable with your favorite vegetables or spices. In just under 40 minutes, you can serve up a delicious bowl that will satisfy everyone at your table. It’s a delightful mix of hearty ingredients that makes for a warm and inviting dinner experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat and sauté the diced onion until softened.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add uncooked rice, beef broth, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- In a small saucepan on low heat, melt the remaining butter and stir in milk, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan until smooth.
- Pour the cheese sauce into the skillet with the beef and rice mixture; stir well to combine.
- Cook uncovered for a few more minutes to meld flavors; garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg