Hearty Meals on the Rig Recipe
Nutritious meals packed with protein and carbs to fuel long shifts.
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Large pot
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or chicken
- 2 cups cooked rice or pasta
- 1 large onion diced
- 2 bell peppers diced
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cheese shredded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Protein:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.2 tablespoons olive oil
- Add the diced onion and bell peppers, sauté until softened.1 large onion, 2 bell peppers
- Add the ground beef or chicken and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.1 pound ground beef
Combine Ingredients:
- In a large pot, combine the cooked rice or pasta, corn kernels, black beans, and cooked protein mixture.2 cups cooked rice, 1 cup corn kernels, 1 cup black beans
- Add garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, Salt and pepper to taste
Cook Together:
- Cook on medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until everything is heated through.
Serve:
- Top with shredded cheese and serve hot.1 cup cheese
Notes
Customize with your favorite vegetables or spices.
For a vegetarian option, use tofu or additional beans.
For a vegetarian option, use tofu or additional beans.
Nutrition
Calories: 706kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 35gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 375mgPotassium: 785mgFiber: 7gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2342IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 273mgIron: 4mg
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