Description
Quick Beef and Pepper Rice Bowls are a delicious and easy dinner option, featuring ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and seasoned rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the sliced red and green bell peppers and minced garlic. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the peppers are tender.
- Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Pour in the beef broth, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve the beef and pepper mixture over the cooked rice. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
- For a healthier option, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
- Add a splash of lime juice before serving for a fresh, zesty flavor.
- You can also include black beans or corn for extra texture and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg