Description
Cheesy Taco Rice Skillet Dinner is the ultimate weeknight meal, offering a quick and satisfying experience for the whole family. Packed with seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and gooey melted cheese, this one-pan dish bursts with flavor and color. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a delicious dinner that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfectly customizable and easy to make, it’s a delightful way to bring taco night to your table any day of the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain rice (white or brown)
- 1 oz taco seasoning (1 packet)
- 14.5 oz diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Sauté the Vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Add chopped onions and bell peppers; cook until softened (~5 minutes).
- Brown the Meat: Add ground beef; cook until browned (~6-8 minutes), stirring occasionally to break it apart.
- Add Flavor: Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Cook the Rice: Mix in rice; cover and simmer on low until liquid absorbs (~15 minutes).
- Melt the Cheese: Remove lid, sprinkle cheese on top, cover briefly until melted.
- Serve: Stir well before serving; garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg