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Savory Ground Beef Skillet

Quick and Delicious Ground Beef Skillet Meal

4servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Savory Ground Beef Skillet

About this recipe

This savory ground beef skillet is a quick and delicious solution for weeknight dinners. Perfectly seasoned beef, vegetables, and tomatoes come together with rice for a comforting dish that everyone will love. Simple ingredients and easy steps make this recipe a favorite among home cooks.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.

  3. 3

    Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until vegetables are tender.

  4. 4

    Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.

  5. 5

    Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

  6. 6

    Stir in cooked rice and heat through for 5 minutes.

  7. 7

    Serve hot and enjoy a comforting meal.

Chef's tip

Adding a pinch of chili flakes can give the dish a nice heat kick if desired.

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