Cheeseburger Rice is everything you love about a juicy cheeseburger, handmade easy in one pan. Abundant, cheese and rich in flavorit’s the ultimate comfort meal during the week.
Because this dish is part of the dinner menu
- Magic in a pan: Everything cooks in one pan, which means great flavor and minimal cleanup. Just like in my Taco Rice!
- Cheeseburger vibes, no bun: All the savory, cheesy goodness you crave, served in rice form. Try my cheeseburger casserole next time!
- Do it your way: Add your favorite burger toppings like pickles, lettuce, tomatoes or salsa for a fun, customizable finish.
Cheeseburger rice ingredients
- Ketchup: If ketchup isn’t your thing, replace it with 2 tablespoons of tomato paste!
- Rice: Any long grain white rice will work! I use jasmine or basmati rice. It is helpful to rinse and strain the rice before adding it to remove the starch.
How to make Cheeseburger Rice Skillet
Cheeseburger Rice is a unique dinner made with pantry staples. You can choose your toppings just like you would with a burger! Kids love choosing their favorites! For another easy skillet recipe, try my Marry Me Chicken Orzo!
- Cook the meat: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and diced onion. Cook for 3 minutes, until tender. Add the minced meat. Crumble and cook until golden brown, about 7 minutes; drain grease if necessary. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine: Add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, and long-grain white rice, then stir to combine.
- Simmer: Bring the rice mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover with a lid and simmer until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Melt the cheese: Sprinkle the cheese into the rice mixture, then heat and stir until the cheese melts. Serve cheeseburger rice with your favorite burger toppings. Try shredded lettuce, tomato, bacon, mustard, dill pickles and burger sauce!
Can I use instant rice?
YES! Use instant rice as Minute Rice will halve the cooking time! It’s a great alternative to those busy nights when you want dinner on the table quickly!
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Cheeseburger Rice
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Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground meat
- 1 table spoon olive oil
- ½ cup diced onion white or yellow
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 table spoon Worchestershire sauce
- ⅓ cup ketchup
- 1 cup long grain white rice rinsed
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- burger condiments optional for serving
Instructions
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In a large skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil AND ½ cup diced onion. Cook for 3 minutes, until tender. Add 1 pound lean ground beef. Crumble and cook until golden brown, about 7 minutes.
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Add 2 teaspoons minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt AND ½ teaspoon pepper.
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Add 2 cups beef broth, 1 tablespoon Worchestershire sauce, ⅓ cup ketchupAND 1 cup long grain white rice and stir to combine.
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Bring the rice mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover with a lid and simmer until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
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Mixed 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese in the rice mixture. Heat until the cheese melts.
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Have fun with your favorite burger condiments! Try the shredded lettuce, tomato, pickles and burger sauce!
Notes
- In the refrigerator: Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container for 3-5 days.
- In the freezer: In a sealed container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
- To heat: Individual portions in the microwave or heat in the oven at 180°C. If it seems dry, add a drop of broth.
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