Bacon Cheeseburger Rice (Printable Recipe)
Savory bacon, beef, cheddar, and rice come together in one skillet for a comforting family dinner.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 -
6-8 thick-cut bacon slices, chopped
02 -
1 pound ground beef
→ Aromatics
03 -
1 small onion, diced
04 -
3-4 garlic cloves, minced
→ Seasonings & Condiments
05 -
1 tablespoon burger seasoning
06 -
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon tomato paste
08 -
1 tablespoon dill pickle relish
09 -
1 teaspoon yellow or Dijon mustard
→ Base & Liquid
10 -
8 ounces canned tomato sauce
11 -
1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
12 -
2¼ cups beef broth
→ Cheese
13 -
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Cook chopped bacon in large pot over medium heat until crispy, stirring occasionally for even browning. Remove bacon and reserve 1 teaspoon grease in pot.
02 -
Add ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic to pot with bacon grease. Cook over medium heat, breaking up meat and cooking until beef browns completely and onions soften. Drain excess fat.
03 -
Stir in burger seasoning and Worcestershire sauce, cooking 1-2 minutes. Add tomato paste and cook additional minute, stirring constantly to develop deep flavor.
04 -
Mix in dill pickle relish, mustard, and tomato sauce, stirring until well combined and smooth.
05 -
Add rice and beef broth, mixing thoroughly to distribute rice evenly. Bring to boil, then reduce to gentle simmer. Cover and cook 18-20 minutes without lifting lid until rice is tender.
06 -
Remove from heat. Fold in half the cheddar cheese and crispy bacon. Top with remaining cheese, cover, and let stand 3-5 minutes until cheese melts completely.
07 -
Spoon into bowls and serve immediately while hot and gooey.
# Extra Tips:
01 -
Brown beef completely for richest flavor development
02 -
Grate cheese fresh for optimal melting texture
03 -
Distribute rice evenly before simmering for consistent cooking
04 -
Leftovers reheat beautifully and flavors improve overnight