Beefy Spanish Rice Skillet
This easy beefy Spanish rice skillet is a hearty one-pan dinner made with ground beef, rice, tomatoes, and simple pantry spices. It’s bold, comforting, budget-friendly, and perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 25 MINUTES
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 SERVINGS 1x
- Category: Dinner, ground beef
- Method: STOVETOP
- Cuisine: AMERICAN | TEX MEX
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1 medium onion, diced
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1 green bell pepper, diced
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1 can stewed tomatoes (with juices)
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1 ½ cups water
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1 cup uncooked long grain rice
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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½ teaspoon dried thyme
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½ teaspoon dried basil
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
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Add diced onion and green pepper. Cook for 4–5 minutes until softened.
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Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add tomato paste, chili powder, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for 1–2 minutes to deepen flavor.
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Pour in stewed tomatoes (with juices), water, and uncooked rice. Stir well.
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Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18–22 minutes until rice is tender.
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Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.
Notes
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Use long grain rice for best texture
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Add extra water if rice needs more time
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Let it rest before serving for fluffy rice
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Great for meal prep and leftovers
Find it online: https://www.firsthomelovelife.com/beefy-spanish-rice-skillet/