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A close-up shot of a spoonful of cheesy ground beef and rice, highlighting the gooey melted cheddar cheese and savory ground beef.

Bacon Cheeseburger Rice: The Ultimate One-Pot Dinner

This Bacon Cheeseburger Rice recipe combines ground beef, crispy bacon, and melted cheese into a savory one-pot meal. It's the ultimate comfort food, ready in 45 minutes and perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef 85/15 recommended
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice rinsed
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded, divided
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Dutch Oven
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Knife

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving 1 tbsp of grease in the skillet.
  2. Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart and cooking until browned. Drain any excess grease.
  4. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in the beef broth and uncooked rice. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  6. Remove from heat. Stir in half of the shredded cheese and half of the crispy bacon until the cheese is fully melted.
  7. Top with the remaining cheese, bacon, and fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

For the best flavor, use freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
Rinse the rice before cooking to ensure it's fluffy and not sticky.
Feel free to top with diced pickles, tomatoes, or a drizzle of burger sauce.