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Easy Dinner Recipes with Ground Beef: Cheesy One-Pan Skillet

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 540kcal

Equipment

  • 1 12-inch skillet with lid

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef (450 g), 85/15
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz), undrained
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (190 g)
  • 1½ cups beef broth (360 ml)
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar (4 oz)
  • Green onions or parsley to serve

Instructions

  • Brown the beef in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat for 6 to 7 minutes.
  • Drain the fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon.
  • Cook the onion for 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the garlic, tomato paste, and spices for 1 minute.
  • Add the tomatoes, broth, and rice. Stir and scrape the pan.
  • Boil, reduce to low, cover, and cook 18 to 20 minutes.
  • Add the corn, cover, and rest off the heat for 5 minutes.
  • Fluff, top with cheese, cover 2 minutes, and garnish.