Description

If you’re after a fast and flavor-packed meal that feels like comfort in a bowl, this Garlic Butter Beef and Rice Skillet with Cheddar Parmesan Sauce delivers every time. Tender beef browned to perfection, bathed in garlic butter, and served over fluffy rice with a melty blend of cheddar and parmesan makes it the kind of quick dinner or hearty lunch that everyone craves. It’s an easy recipe for busy nights and a tasty food idea perfect for meal prepping. Whether you’re looking for dinner ideas, quick meal inspiration, or just a comforting dish to cozy up with, this skillet delivers big flavor with minimal effort.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef

3 cups cooked white rice

3 tablespoons garlic butter

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon paprika or chili flakes (optional)

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Instructions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat.

2. Lower the heat and stir in the garlic butter. Let it melt into the beef, stirring well.

3. Prepare the rice in a separate pot or use pre-cooked rice. Fluff and set aside.

4. Layer the rice into bowls or return to the skillet for a one-pan presentation.

5. Top the rice with garlic butter beef.

6. Sprinkle shredded cheddar and parmesan over the top. Cover the skillet to melt the cheese for 2–3 minutes.

7. Garnish with chopped parsley and optional paprika or chili flakes before serving.

Notes

For best flavor, use freshly grated cheddar and parmesan—pre-shredded cheese may not melt as smoothly.

Leftover rice works great and gives the dish a slightly firmer texture that’s perfect for skillet-style meals.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 610
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 730mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 31g
Cholesterol: 105mg