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Garlic Butter Beef & Rice Skillet with Cheddar Parmesan Sauce


🍳 Juicy ground beef, fluffy rice, and a creamy, cheesy sauce come together in this one-pan wonder—ready in just 30 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights when you crave comfort food without the fuss.


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ One-pan meal – Less cleanup, more flavor!
✅ Ultra-creamy sauce – A blend of cheddar and Parmesan for maximum richness.
✅ Customizable – Add veggies, swap proteins, or spice it up.
✅ Family-friendly – Kids and adults alike will devour it.
✅ Ad-optimized structure – Keeps readers scrolling (and ads loading!).


Ingredients

*(Serves 4-6)*

For the Beef & Rice:

  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (or ground turkey)

  • 1 cup (200g) long-grain white rice, uncooked

  • 2 cups (480ml) beef broth

  • 3 tbsp butter

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp dried thyme

  • Salt & pepper to taste

For the Cheese Sauce:

  • 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese

  • ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese

  • ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream or milk

  • 2 tbsp cream cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)

Optional Add-Ins:

  • 1 cup frozen peas & carrots

  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes (for heat)

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)


Step-by-Step Instructions