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Introduction

Bacon Cheeseburger Rice is the ultimate comfort food, combining all the flavors of a juicy burger with cheesy, savory rice in one easy dish.

There’s something special about those recipes that bring everyone to the table without you having to call them twice. For me, Bacon Cheeseburger Rice is one of those dishes. The smell of sizzling bacon, beef browning in the skillet, and cheese melting into warm, fluffy rice is enough to make my family appear in the kitchen like magic.

This recipe was born out of my love for cheeseburgers but with the comfort factor of a one-pan meal. Imagine the flavor of a bacon cheeseburger — smoky bacon, savory beef, gooey cheddar — but in a hearty, spoonable form you can serve in a big bowl. It’s cozy, it’s filling, and it’s ridiculously easy to make. If you’re into warm, satisfying meals like this, you might also enjoy my Old-Fashioned Chicken and Dumplings Recipe — it has that same comfort food magic.

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this cheesy comfort bowl:

2 lbs lean ground beef
1 onion, finely diced
1 tbsp yellow mustard
½ tsp black pepper
1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
3 cups cooked white rice
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
1 red bell pepper, diced (optional for color)
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt to taste

Directions

Cook the bacon – In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
Brown the beef – In the same skillet (with some bacon fat left in), add ground beef and diced onion. Cook until the beef is no longer pink and the onion is soft. Drain excess grease.
Season – Stir in mustard, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt. Mix well.
Add veggies – If using bell pepper, stir it in and cook for 2–3 minutes until tender.
Mix with rice – Add the cooked rice to the skillet, stirring until everything is evenly combined.
Cheese time – Sprinkle in cheddar cheese and stir until melted and gooey.
Top and serve – Transfer to bowls, top with crumbled bacon and extra cheese. Serve hot.

Tips & Variations

Make it spicy – Add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Healthier version – Use brown rice or cauliflower rice.
Extra creamy – Stir in a spoonful of cream cheese before adding the cheddar.
Different cheeses – Try Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or a cheddar blend for a twist.

If you’re into cheesy comfort dishes, you might also love my Garlic Parmesan Cheeseburger Bombs — they’re basically a fun, handheld cousin of this dish.

Storage

Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Freeze in portions for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
Reheat: Warm in a skillet over medium heat or microwave in 1-minute intervals, stirring in between.

Time & Yield

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6

Tools Used

Large skillet
Cutting board & knife
Wooden spoon
Measuring cups & spoons

Why Bacon Cheeseburger Rice Is a Family Favorite

It’s quick, it’s hearty, and it tastes like comfort in a bowl. The smoky bacon flavor runs through every bite, the beef is perfectly seasoned, and the cheese ties it all together. Plus, it’s all made in one skillet, which means fewer dishes to wash — a win in my book.

This dish reminds me of the cozy satisfaction you get from a slice of Blueberry Sour Cream Pound Cake after dinner — hearty main course first, sweet treat later. And for more inspiration, check out AllRecipes where you can explore endless home-cooked favorites.

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just need a satisfying weeknight dinner, Bacon Cheeseburger Rice is a winner. It’s adaptable, quick to prepare, and hits that comfort food sweet spot every time. Make it once, and I guarantee it’ll end up in your regular dinner rotation.

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