Description
A comforting and flavorful dish, Meatballs and Rice is a classic family favorite that’s easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy meatballs are cooked to perfection and served alongside fluffy rice, creating a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Rice:
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken or beef broth
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional)
Garnish:
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, milk, Parmesan, garlic, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Form into 1-inch meatballs.
- Cook the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs for 6–8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Rice: In the same skillet, toast rice for 1–2 minutes. Add broth, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 15–18 minutes until rice is tender.
- Combine and Serve: Stir in butter, return meatballs to the skillet, and heat through. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Add sautéed onions or bell peppers to the rice for extra flavor.
- For a saucy variation, simmer meatballs in marinara and serve over rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1¼ cups
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
