Easy One-Pot Comfort Meal
This Fast Hamburger Rice Dinner is the ultimate weeknight lifesaver when you need something hearty, comforting, and quick. Made with simple pantry staples like ground beef, rice, and creamy mushroom soup, it comes together in one pan with minimal cleanup. The flavors are cozy and familiar, while the melted mozzarella adds a satisfying cheesy finish everyone loves. Perfect for busy families, last-minute dinners, or anytime you want a no-fuss homemade meal, this recipe delivers big comfort with very little effort. If you love easy ground beef dinners or one-pot rice meals, this one deserves a spot in your regular rotation.
Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients List
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 (10.75 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with juice
- ½ cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Large skillet with lid
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups
- Can opener
- Sharp knife (optional for prep)
Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook for 6–8 minutes, breaking it apart, until fully browned. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Carefully drain excess grease, leaving just a little for flavor.
- Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and diced tomatoes with their juice until well combined.
- Add the uncooked rice and mix thoroughly so it’s evenly distributed.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then cover with a lid. Reduce heat to low and cook for 18–20 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
- When the rice is tender and most liquid is absorbed, sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
- Cover again and cook for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is melted and gooey.
- Remove from heat, let rest for 5 minutes, then serve warm
Pro Tips
- Make it stretch: Add ½ cup frozen peas or corn for extra veggies.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Meal prep: This reheats beautifully for lunches—add a splash of water before microwaving.
- Serving idea: Pair with a crisp green salad or steamed broccoli for balance.
Fast Hamburger Rice Dinner
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
This fast hamburger rice dinner is the perfect one-pot meal for busy nights. Made with ground beef, rice, tomatoes, and cheese, it’s hearty, comforting, and ready in under 40 minutes. Simple ingredients, big flavor, and minimal cleanup make this an easy family favorite.
Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef
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1 (10.75 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
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1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with juice
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½ cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
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¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook for 6–8 minutes, breaking it apart, until fully browned. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
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Carefully drain excess grease, leaving just a little for flavor.
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Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and diced tomatoes with their juice until well combined.
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Add the uncooked rice and mix thoroughly so it’s evenly distributed.
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Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then cover with a lid. Reduce heat to low and cook for 18–20 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
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When the rice is tender and most liquid is absorbed, sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
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Cover again and cook for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is melted and gooey.
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Remove from heat, let rest for 5 minutes, then serve warm
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 4252
- Fat: 21g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 28g
