Meat Lover’s Pizza Rice Skillet

Meat Lover’s Pizza Rice Skillet is a hearty and satisfying dish that combines all the flavors of your favorite pizza with the comforting texture of rice. Loaded with savory sausage, pepperoni, and bacon, this skillet dish is bursting with rich, meaty flavors. The rice absorbs a tangy marinara sauce, and it’s topped with gooey, melted mozzarella cheese, giving you all the elements of a meat lover’s pizza in a one-pan meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun family meal, this dish is a flavorful, filling twist on a classic pizza.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup uncooked rice (white or brown)
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 lb Italian sausage, crumbled
• 1/2 cup pepperoni slices
• 1/2 cup cooked bacon, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Rice: In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes (or according to package instructions) until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Set aside.
2. Cook the Meat: In a large skillet, cook the crumbled Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Combine with Sauce: Add the marinara sauce, cooked sausage, pepperoni, and bacon to the skillet with the onions and garlic. Stir in the cooked rice and season with dried oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix everything until well combined.
4. Add the Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly over the top of the rice mixture. Cover the skillet with a lid or foil and cook on low heat for 3-4 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. Serve: Garnish with fresh basil, if desired, and serve hot.

This Meat Lover’s Pizza Rice Skillet is a delicious fusion of pizza and rice, delivering all the meaty, cheesy goodness you crave in one satisfying dish!