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Ground Beef Zucchini & Rice Skillet

A quick and hearty skillet dish combining lean ground beef, fresh vegetables, and rice, topped with melted cheddar cheese for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

Meat

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 large onion (peeled & diced)
  • 1 green pepper green pepper (seeded & diced)
  • 2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 pinch dried basil
  • 1 pinch dried thyme
  • 1 pinch dried marjoram
  • to taste salt & pepper salt & pepper (to taste)
  • 2 medium zucchini (cubed)
  • 4-5 large roma tomatoes (seeded & diced)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup jasmine rice (basmati also works)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Add ground beef to a skillet and cook until browned, then drain excess grease.
  • Add remaining ingredients except cheese, bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 12-16 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, sprinkle cheese on top, cover until melted, then serve warm.

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite herbs or add a dash of hot sauce for extra flavor.
Keyword Beef, Rice, zucchini