Garlic Butter Beef and Rice Skillet

This Garlic Butter Beef and Rice Skillet is a hearty, comforting meal made with tender beef, flavorful rice, sweet carrots, onions, and a rich garlic butter sauce. It’s an easy home-style dinner with bold savory flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs (680 g) beef sirloin or chuck, cut into large bite-size pieces
1 1/2 cups (280 g) long-grain white rice
3 medium carrots, sliced
1 large onion, sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons (60 g) unsalted butter
5 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups (720 ml) beef broth
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Preparation Steps

1. Pat the beef dry and season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, thyme, and rosemary.
2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef in a single layer and sear for 2–3 minutes per side until deeply browned. Transfer to a plate.
3. Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet. Add the carrots and onion and cook for 5–6 minutes until lightly caramelized.
4. Stir in the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add the rice and stir for 1 minute, allowing it to lightly toast in the pan.
6. Pour in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
7. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
8. Return the beef to the skillet, cover again, and continue cooking for 5–8 minutes, until the rice is tender and the beef is cooked to your preferred doneness.
9. Stir in the butter until melted and gently toss everything together. Let the skillet rest for 5 minutes before serving.
10. Sprinkle generously with fresh parsley and spoon the savory pan juices over the beef and rice.

Closing

Serve this Garlic Butter Beef and Rice Skillet warm while the beef is tender and the rice is rich and flavorful. It’s a filling homemade dinner that’s perfect for an easy family meal.