Bacon Cheeseburger Rice

Bacon Cheeseburger Rice

A hearty, one-pan meal that combines all the flavors of a bacon cheeseburger with fluffy rice—quick, easy, and family-approved!

Ingredients *(Serves 4-6)*

• 6 slices bacon, chopped

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice

• 2 cups beef broth

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tbsp yellow mustard

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese**

• ½ cup diced pickles (for topping)

• ¼ cup ketchup (for drizzling)

• Optional toppings:

  • Sliced tomatoes

  • Shredded lettuce

  • Extra bacon

Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Bacon

• In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon, leaving the drippings in the pan.

2️⃣ Brown the Beef

• Add ground beef and onion to the bacon grease. Cook until beef is browned and onion is soft (about 5 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.

3️⃣ Toast the Rice

• Stir in uncooked rice and cook for 1-2 minutes, letting it soak up the flavors.

4️⃣ Simmer

• Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until rice is tender.

5️⃣ Add Cheese & Bacon

• Remove from heat. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, then cover and let melt for 2 minutes. Stir in half the cooked bacon.

6️⃣ Serve

• Top with remaining bacon, diced pickles, a drizzle of ketchup, and any extra toppings.

Tips & Variations

🍚 Rice Swap – Use instant rice for a faster cook time (adjust liquid accordingly).
🔥 Extra Smoky – Add a dash of liquid smoke with the broth.
🧀 Cheesy Crust – Broil for 2-3 minutes after adding cheese for a crispy top.

A fun twist on classic burger night—comfort food at its best! 🍔🧀