Description
This easy Ground beef and peppers skillet is so hearty and filling, and it’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. Ground beef
- 1 Onion, chopped
- ½ Red bell pepper, chopped
- ½ Green bell pepper, chopped
- ½ Yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tsp. Minced garlic
- ½ tsp. Dried oregano
- ½ tsp. Dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 Can diced tomatoes
- 2 C. Beef broth
- ⅔ C. Rice
- 1 ½ C. Shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Step: Add the ground beef, onion and bell peppers to a skillet over medium high heat on the stove. Cook until the vegetables have softened and the meat is completely browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Step: Place the minced garlic, oregano, basil and salt and pepper to taste into the pot and stir to combine, sauteing another 30 seconds.
- Step: Stir in the diced tomatoes, beef broth and rice.
- Step: Bring the mixture to a light boil, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook covered for 20 minutes.
- Step: Sprinkle the cheese on top of the mixture, place the lid back on the pot, and cook until the cheese has melted.
- Step: Enjoy!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. You can substitute the long-grain rice with cauliflower rice for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Mains
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 372 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 638 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: ground beef, bell peppers, skillet meal, easy dinner, beef and rice