Description
One Pot Bacon Cheeseburger Rice is a comforting and flavorful meal that combines crispy bacon, seasoned ground beef, and tender rice all cooked together in a savory tomato-based sauce. Topped with melted sharp cheddar cheese, it delivers all the delicious flavors of a classic bacon cheeseburger in a simple and satisfying one-pot dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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Meat and Seasonings
- 6-8 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp Kinder's caramelized onion burger seasoning or any favorite burger seasoning
- 2 tsps Worcestershire sauce
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp dill pickle relish
- 1 tsp yellow or Dijon mustard
Liquids and Sauces
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 8 oz can of tomato sauce
- 2 1/4 cups beef broth
Grains and Cheese
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice (Jasmine rice recommended)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese or preferred cheese
Instructions
- Cook Bacon: In a large pot, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Once cooked, remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving about 1 teaspoon of bacon grease in the pot.
- Brown Ground Beef and Vegetables: Add ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic to the pot with the bacon grease. Cook until the beef is browned and the onions are softened, then drain any excess grease.
- Season Meat Mixture: Stir in the caramelized onion burger seasoning and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Add Tomato Paste: Mix in tomato paste and continue cooking for another 1 to 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
- Combine Additional Ingredients: Stir in dill pickle relish, mustard, and tomato sauce until well combined.
- Add Rice and Broth: Pour in uncooked rice and beef broth. Stir everything together, then bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 20 minutes until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Finish with Cheese and Bacon: Remove the pot from heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and the reserved crispy bacon. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, cover again, and let it sit for 3 to 5 minutes to melt the cheese thoroughly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the one pot bacon cheeseburger rice hot and enjoy the rich, comforting flavors.
Notes
- Want a little spice? Add jalapeños or hot sauce to the mixture before cooking.
- Swap the protein with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter variation.
- Add vegetables such as mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Leftovers keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freeze leftovers in portions for up to 2 months, and reheat with a splash of broth or water to retain moisture.
- This dish works great as a make-ahead lunch or freezer-friendly dinner option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
