Skillet Ground Beef and Peppers with Garlic Rice
Ingredients
- 1 poundground beef
- 1yellow onion
- 1red bell pepper
- 1green bell pepper
- 4 clovesgarlic
- 1½ cupslong-grain white rice
- 3 cupsbeef broth
- 2 tablespoonsolive oil
- ·salt
- ·black pepper
- ½ teaspoonpaprika
Prep
- 01
Dice 1 yellow onion.
- 02
Dice 1 red bell pepper and 1 green bell pepper.
- 03
Mince 4 cloves garlic.
Method
- 01
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound ground beef and cook, breaking it into chunks, until no pink remains, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed and transfer beef to a plate.
- 02
In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add diced onion and bell peppers, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and 1/2 teaspoon paprika, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 03
Add 1 1/2 cups uncooked rice to the skillet and stir to coat with oil, about 2 minutes.
- 04
Pour in 3 cups beef broth and return the cooked beef to the skillet. Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low.
- 05
Cook covered for 18–20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit 2 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Spice Tips
For warmth, stir in 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper when you add the paprika. A dash of Worcestershire sauce adds savory depth. Fresh cilantro or parsley scattered on top brightens each bowl.
Leftovers reheat well in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water. For a twist, add diced tomatoes (fresh or canned) or a pinch of cumin.