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Cozy Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Rice Skillet: Easy One-Pan Dinner

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A quick and easy one-pan dinner featuring ground beef and rice cooked in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for cozy nights when you need comfort without the fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • 1 cup (200g) long-grain white rice (uncooked)
  • 1/4 cup (85g) honey
  • 3 tablespoons (45ml) low-sodium soy sauce
  • 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups (480ml) low-sodium chicken or beef broth
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 1/2 cup (75g) frozen peas
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Brown the beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned (5-6 minutes). Leave about 1 tablespoon of fat in the pan.
  2. Cook the aromatics: Reduce heat to medium. Add diced onion and carrots. Cook 3-4 minutes until onion is translucent and carrots begin to soften.
  3. Add the garlic: Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Build the sauce: Pour in honey, soy sauce, and broth. Stir, scraping up browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  5. Add the rice: Stir in uncooked rice until evenly distributed. Bring mixture to a boil.
  6. Simmer and cover: Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer 18-20 minutes. Do not lift the lid.
  7. Check the rice: After 18 minutes, remove lid. Rice should be tender and liquid mostly absorbed. If still wet, cook uncovered 2-3 more minutes.
  8. Add peas and butter: Stir in frozen peas and butter. Cook 1 minute until peas are warmed through and butter is melted.
  9. Season and serve: Taste and add salt and pepper as needed. Fluff rice with a fork. Serve hot.

Notes

For best results, use long-grain white rice (not instant). Do not lift the lid during simmering. Let the skillet rest off heat for 5 minutes after cooking. Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 4 days and freeze for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: ground beef, rice, honey garlic, one-pan, easy dinner, comfort food, skillet meal

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