Description
One Pot Bacon Cheeseburger Rice is a flavorful, comforting dish that combines the classic flavors of a bacon cheeseburger with tender rice cooked all in one pot. This easy recipe features crispy bacon, seasoned ground beef, tangy pickles, and melty cheddar cheese, perfect for a hearty family meal.
Ingredients
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Meat and Seasoning
- 6-8 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp Kinder's Caramelized Onion Burger Seasoning or 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 Staples
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 8 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice (Jasmine rice recommended)
- 2 1/4 cups beef broth
Dairy
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese or cheese of choice, divided
Instructions
- Cook Bacon: In a large pot, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving about 1 teaspoon of bacon grease in the pot.
- Cook Beef and Aromatics: Add ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until browned, stirring occasionally. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Season Meat: Stir in the caramelized onion burger seasoning and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Add Tomato Ingredients: Mix in the tomato paste and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes. Then, add the dill pickle relish, mustard, and tomato sauce, stirring to combine.
- Add Rice and Broth: Stir in uncooked rice and beef broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Finish with Cheese and Bacon: Remove pot from heat. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese and the reserved crispy bacon. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, cover, and let sit for 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese melts and becomes gooey.
- Serve: Serve the bacon cheeseburger rice hot and enjoy the comforting flavors.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Try swapping ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Add vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Leftovers reheat well; add a splash of broth to keep the rice moist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze portions for up to 2 months and reheat with a splash of broth or water.
- This dish works great as a make-ahead lunch or freezer-friendly dinner.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
