Cheesy Beef Bowl
A warm and comforting dish made with savory browned beef, fluffy rice, and melted cheddar cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners or relaxed lunches.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef Use lean ground beef (90/10) to reduce fat.
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded Any good melting cheese works.
- 2 cups cooked rice White, brown, or jasmine rice are all fine.
- 2 tablespoons garlic butter Use unsalted butter plus garlic powder as substitute.
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust seasoning to your preference.
To Serve (Optional)
- 1 cup chopped parsley For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt 2 tablespoons of garlic butter until fragrant.
- Add 1 lb of ground beef to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5–7 minutes until fully browned.
- Stir in 2 cups of cooked rice, mixing thoroughly with the browned beef, and heat until warmed through.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef and rice, cover the skillet, and let sit until the cheese melts.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
For the best cheese melt, cover the skillet for 2–3 minutes after sprinkling the cheese on top. Use leftover chilled rice for better texture and add optional ingredients for flavor variations or personalize to taste.