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One-Skillet Smoky Honey Chili Beef Rice

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful and hearty one-skillet dish combining smoky spices, sweet honey, and tender beef with rice and beans for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Meat and grains

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Garnish

  • optional Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, then drain excess fat if needed.
  • Stir in rice, coating it lightly with the rendered fat for flavor. Add black beans, diced tomatoes with chilies, beef broth, honey, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender. Fluff with a fork, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the rice rest for a few minutes before serving.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beef, Chili, Rice