Description
This Skillet BBQ Beef and Rice is a flavorful one-pan meal featuring lean ground beef simmered in tangy barbecue sauce combined with tender rice and mixed vegetables. Easy to prepare and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it offers a balanced combination of protein, carbs, and veggies with a smoky, savory twist.
Ingredients
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Beef Mixture
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- ¾ cup sweet onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¾ cup BBQ sauce
- ¼ cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Rice and Vegetables
- 2 cups cooked white rice (cold or day-old)
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
Garnish (optional)
- 2 green onions (sliced)
Instructions
- Cook the beef and onion: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and finely chopped onion. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon until browned and fully cooked; this should take about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain any excess grease if needed.
- Sauté the garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until the garlic releases its fragrant aroma.
- Add sauces and simmer: Pour in the barbecue sauce, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well to coat the beef evenly. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 3 to 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Combine with rice and vegetables: Stir in the cooked rice along with the frozen peas and carrots. Season with salt and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Heat through: Continue to cook the skillet mixture for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is heated through and the sauce is well distributed.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and top with sliced green onions if using. Serve hot for a hearty and comforting meal.
Notes
- Use day-old or cold cooked rice to prevent sogginess when reheating in the skillet.
- Adjust the amount of BBQ sauce to suit your preferred level of tanginess and sweetness.
- This dish is quick to make and budget-friendly, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or corn for extra color and nutrition.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 387 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 1061 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
