Savoury Rice with Ground Meat

Transform weeknight dinners with this one-pan Savoury Rice with Ground Meat—a comforting, flavor-packed dish that brings together tender long-grain rice, seasoned ground beef or turkey, and vibrant veggies in a robust, spiced tomato broth. Enhanced with aromatic cumin, smoky paprika, and a touch of garlic, this recipe is a harmonious balance of hearty and healthy. A pop of sweet peas and a sprinkle of fresh parsley provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's an easy, crowd-pleasing meal that's ideal for busy families and a great way to use pantry staples. Serve it on its own or as a versatile side dish for a complete, satisfying feast. Keywords: one-pan recipe, savory rice, ground beef, ground turkey, family dinner idea.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups long-grain rice
• 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain well and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and saute for about 5 minutes, or until they start to soften.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef or turkey to the skillet. Cook while breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the spices coat the meat evenly.

Step 6

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with juice) and chicken broth. Stir to combine all the ingredients.

Step 7

Gently stir in the rice, making sure it is submerged in the liquid.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a light boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.

Step 9

Add the frozen peas to the skillet and gently toss them with the rice mixture. Cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the peas are heated through.

Step 10

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for about 5 minutes.

Step 11

Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2320.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2107.2

Total Fat 123.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 329.3mg	0%
Sodium 4890.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 146.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.7g	0%
Total Sugars 31.6g
Protein 102.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 416.7mg	0%
Iron 22.6mg	0%
Potassium 3594.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 27.7%