Hamburger and Zucchini Skillet
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
508 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Hamburger and Zucchini Skillet
Description
Hamburger and Zucchini Skillet blends ground beef with fresh vegetables like zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and tomato in a seasoned base of chili powder and pepper. The instant brown rice cooks in the combined mixture with water, allowing it to absorb the beef juices and vegetable moisture, creating a cohesive one-skillet meal. Topped with shredded Colby jack cheese and allowed to melt off heat, the dish gains a creamy finish that contrasts the tender, savory components throughout.
The result is a filling skillet dish with tender vegetables and rice enveloped by seasoned meat, making it suitable as a main course. It can be served on its own or paired with fresh salad or steamed vegetables for added freshness.
According to the notes, leftover portions keep well refrigerated for three to four days. Variations can adjust vegetables or spices per preference, and water levels may require slight changes based on the zucchini's natural moisture content. Different melting cheeses like cheddar or Monterey jack can substitute for Colby jack, allowing customization of flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 yellow onion chopped, medium
- 1 green bell pepper seeded and chopped, small
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/3 tsp black pepper
- 3 zucchini cubed, medium
- 2 tomato seeded and diced, large
- 1/4 c. water
- 1 c. instant brown rice uncooked
- 1 c. Colby jack cheese shredded
Instructions
- Cook ground beef with onion and pepper in a large skillet over medium-high heat until not longer pink, about 5-7 minutes; drain.
- Stir in seasonings, vegetables, water and rice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until rice is tender, about 10-15 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Remove from heat; let stand until cheese is melted.
Notes
- Leftovers store in the refrigerator up to four days and reheat well for meals later in the week.
- Adjust vegetables to taste by omitting or increasing preferred types for personal preference.
- Modify the amount of water when cooking depending on the zucchini's water content; add more if the mixture seems dry.
- Try different melting cheeses such as cheddar, Monterey jack, provolone, Swiss, or pepper jack to vary the flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 508 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 508kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 41g | 14% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 609mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 721mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1270IU | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 40.9mg | 45% |
| Calcium | 322mg | 32% |
| Iron | 5.1mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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